Those choosing Haarby for a stay can combine activity in the wetland and forest with architecture, local history and culture. When planning, you can focus on different things: a signposted hiking trail, a mountain biking route with varied terrain, or places that tell the story of Haarby’s history and culture in different ways.
Hiking and mountain biking
Haarby Wetland offers a signposted 2.2 km hiking trail through the wetland. A wooden walkway crosses the Haarby Å; the route also passes through wet meadows, bushes, hedgerows and small lanes in Haarby. On the private land along the route, the public may walk on the designated paths and field tracks. Please stay on these paths and field tracks.
The wetland landscape also includes two new shallow lakes. They were created after the Haarby Å was restored to a meandering course. If you are looking for a mountain biking route instead of a hike, you’ll find a signposted route in Trunderupskoven, near Haarby. It alternates between gravel, forest floor and grass; the forest is hilly. The hiking trail is characterised by its length and the landscape features described, while the mountain biking route is characterised by its terrain and surface. These differences can help you choose the focus of your outing without having to plan for an unspecified walking or cycling time.
Architecture and local history
Haarby Library was designed by architect Arne Jacobsen. For architecture enthusiasts, this specific attribution offers a distinctive starting point for exploring Haarby.
Saruppladsen lies near Haarby and is also called the “Village of Dead Souls.” From 3400 to 2800 BC, the site played a significant role in funerary and burial culture. An information board at the parking area explains its history. This topic therefore encompasses both a long historical period and specific information available on site.
Haarby Bio also offers a glimpse into the area’s cultural history: Hans Bøgner built it in 1922, with 150 seats. At Haarby Bio, you can experience the atmosphere of iconic opera houses and concert halls in Europe. The cinema also has a step-free side entrance.
Activities and practical planning
At Agger VIN: Japanese Park Golf, the focus is on a golf game developed in Japan. The facility has four courses, each with nine holes; a nine-hole round takes about half an hour. This approximate duration gives you a guide when fitting an activity into your day. It applies to a nine-hole round, not all four courses.
The swimming pool at Haarby-Hallerne is open to the public and has a children’s pool, a warm-water pool and a 25-metre pool. Check the current schedule before your visit. The Haarby Local History Archive is open on the first Monday of each month from 19:00 to 21:00; here, too, it is advisable to check the opening hours in advance.
Haarby has good public bus connections to Assens, Odense and Faaborg. As routes and timetables can change, check the current timetable for your planned journeys. This lets you take the bus connections into account when choosing excursions without relying on a specific departure time or connection.
Discover more destinations: Sandager, Håre, Vissenbjerg, Glamsbjerg, Ebberup, Strandby, Aborg, Holte.
For the main travel overview: Assens.
