Falster (Danish: [ˈfælˀstɐ]) is an island in south-eastern Denmark with an area of 486.2 km2 (187.7 sq mi)[1] and 43,398 inhabitants as of 1 January 2010.

[2] Located in the Kattegat, Belts and Sound area, it is part of Region Zealand and is administered by Guldborgsund Municipality.

Falster experienced significant economic expansion after 1880 when, with the establishment of cooperative dairies and slaughterhouses, farming was concentrated on livestock production and forage crops.

Since 1975, Falster has been marked by high unemployment as a result of harder times for both farming and industry.

As of 2012[update], populations were as follows:[5] With its marinas, sandy beaches and cycle tracks, Falster attracts tourists who wish to have relaxing holidays in unspoilt surroundings.

[7][8][9] Among other attractions in Nykøbing are the Abbey Church (Klosterkirke) which was built in the 15th century,[10] a City Museum and a zoo.

Falster is connected to the larger island of Zealand to the north by the Farø Bridges (Farøbroerne) on European route E47 linking Copenhagen to Hamburg and the south.

There are also frequent bus services linking Nykøbing with other towns and villages on the island as well as with destinations on Lolland, Møn and Zealand.