Denmark’s only speed camera on Funen has been out of service for two years, and it has meant zero fines collected since 2024. Authorities now plan to replace it and expand the national system in 2027.
Two Years Without Any Speed Fines
Funen’s only stationary speed camera, located on Bogensevej in Odense, has not registered a single speeding case in 2024 or 2025. According to figures from the Danish National Police, that is because the camera has been defective for nearly two years.
The speed control device, also known as a “stærekasse,” was once Denmark’s most profitable fixed camera. Back in 2019, it brought in millions of kroner in fines from drivers exceeding the speed limits. Now, the fine revenue for two consecutive years is completely at zero.
The Danish Road Directorate said the issue is being handled and expects the unit to be operational again at the beginning of the new year. Until then, no automatic tickets are being issued from that location.
Upgrades Coming to Speed Cameras
The Ministry of Transport has confirmed that Funen will receive three new speed cameras by 2027. The damaged camera on Bogensevej will also be upgraded with a new imaging system. This is part of a larger nationwide plan to modernize Denmark’s speed enforcement infrastructure.
In total, 30 new units will be installed across the country, while several older ones will be renovated. The goal is to secure safer roads and ensure consistent speed control throughout Denmark.
These stationary devices automatically detect and photograph speeding vehicles. Violations are registered digitally, and fines are later issued by the police. In many places, the presence of a stærekasse significantly reduces the number of drivers breaking speed limits.
Millions in Lost Fine Revenue
Between 2021 and 2023, the speed camera on Bogensevej handled 5,383 cases. Those resulted in millions of kroner in fines, marking one of the highest contributions to the national penalty system.
However, with the malfunction continuing into 2025, all potential income from the site has vanished. That absence highlights how dependent local safety budgets can be on functioning speed control systems.
Still, officials emphasize that the amount of fines issued does not automatically reflect how much money eventually enters the state treasury. Some cases are dismissed or reduced, and a number of them are still being processed.
Where the Fines Still Roll In
Data from 2025 show other parts of the country making up for Funen’s quiet camera. The most active stærekasse was on Roskildevej in Albertslund, where over 1,100 speeding tickets were registered, amounting to about two million kroner in fines.
In second place came Vilsundvej in Nykøbing Mors, while Slagelse Landevej in Slagelse was third. These results underline how different the picture of traffic enforcement looks across Denmark, depending on road conditions, traffic volumes, and available cameras.
More Automated Enforcement Coming
Because of that, Danish roads will soon see a major expansion in automatic speed control. Authorities consider the network of stationary cameras an essential tool for road safety.
For people living or driving in Denmark, keeping up to date with local traffic rules and speed monitoring remains vital. It can help avoid costly fines and make roads safer for everyone. Those planning to move or drive across Denmark may benefit from reading about traffic regulations and road conditions, especially as new control systems are introduced.
Sources and References
The Danish Dream: Driving in Denmark: Navigating Roads and Regulations (Expat)
The Danish Dream: Best Car Insurance in Denmark for Foreigners
TV2: Fyns eneste stærekasse har været defekt i to år
