" Sundhedsøen" (Island of Health), Henriette Lorentz

Sundhedsøen (Island of Health) is a small outdoor artwork in Rudkøbing, set in front of the town’s health centre. Here you find three large, colourful vases and five low, round pedestals created by artist Henriette Lorentz. The pieces stand together as a compact installation in a public space, so you can view the work at any time during a short stop in the town. It is a straightforward, accessible way to add a touch of contemporary art to your drive through Rudkøbing.

Sundhedsøen is a quick, easy stop where you can see a complete artwork without leaving the town centre streets for long. The combination of large vases and low pedestals by Henriette Lorentz adds colour and form to an everyday setting, and works well as a short art-focused break close to other installations in Rudkøbing.

A brief, low-key outdoor artwork that suits a short art stop in Rudkøbing rather than a main destination.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

10–20 minutes.

Best time to visit

Daytime, when the colours and forms of the vases and pedestals are easiest to see as you pass the health centre.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

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• Granite Environment, Alfio Bonanno

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• "De fire verdenshjørner" (The four points of the compass), Alfio Bonanno

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Frequently asked

What is Sundhedsøen in Rudkøbing?

Sundhedsøen (Island of Health) is an outdoor artwork in Rudkøbing, placed in front of the town’s health centre. It consists of three large, colourful vases and five low, round pedestals created by artist Henriette Lorentz. The work is set directly in the public space, so you experience it simply by walking past the health centre area.

Where exactly can I see Sundhedsøen in Rudkøbing?

You find Sundhedsøen directly in front of Rudkøbing’s health centre, known locally as Sundhedshuset. The artwork forms part of the forecourt, with three large vases and five low, round pedestals arranged near the building. As it is in an open public area, it is easy to combine with a short walk through the surrounding streets of Rudkøbing.

How much time should I plan for a visit to Sundhedsøen?

Sundhedsøen is compact and easy to view, so most visitors will only need a short stop. Around 10–20 minutes is usually enough to look closely at the three vases and five pedestals, take a few photos and continue your walk or drive. It works well as a brief pause while exploring Rudkøbing on the Margueritruten.

Is there an entrance fee to see Sundhedsøen?

Sundhedsøen stands outside the health centre in a public space, alongside the entrance area. You view the artwork from the open forecourt, where the three vases and five low pedestals by Henriette Lorentz are placed. As it is an outdoor installation in the townscape, it is typically experienced freely as part of the street environment.

Can I combine Sundhedsøen with other art sights in Rudkøbing?

Yes, Sundhedsøen is close to several other artworks and studios in Rudkøbing. From the health centre you can easily continue on foot to Granite Environment and De fire verdenshjørner by Alfio Bonanno, or to local painters such as Jette Høgh and Melissa Clark Nielsen, creating a short, varied art walk near the Margueritruten.

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