Nordfyns Højskole is the old village school in Harritslev parish. The old buildings were first turned into a folk high school, when an ambitious Japanese man, with the name of Chiba, came to Denmark with a dream of creating a diverse folk high school in the idyllic nature of northern Fyn. Since then, countless students have explored the surrounding area, leaving a lasting imprint on the history of northern Fyn. The captivating landscape around Nordfyns Højskole holds many hidden gems for those who know where to seek them. With beautiful mansions, old windmills, and mysterious burial mounds, the history of northern Fyn is visible at every turn. Bogense's old buildings tell the story of an old medieval town. Likewise can you often find spear and arrow heads if you do a little digging in the soil around the folk high school, which tells the story of a hunting community. There's plenty to explore for history enthusiasts. If you're particularly intrigued by the Viking Age, northern Fyn's district boasts Denmark's longest rune inscription, located on Glavendrupstenen. Nordfyns Højskole is situated in an area steeped in history and ancient tales just waiting to be uncovered.
