island, Denmark. It lies in the Baltic Sea and is connected to southern Zealand (Sjælland) and Lolland by several bridges. Its southern tip, Gedser Odde, is Denmark’s most southerly point. Closely associated with Zealand and Lolland islands socially and agriculturally, it is flat, with forests in the centre and on the east coast. The fertile soil supports cultivation of sugar beets and grain. Nykøbing Falster is the main population centre. Area 198 square miles (514 square km).
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