Højby Church

Several modifications have taken place since the original construction including a porch in the 13th century, Gothic cross-vaulting in the nave and chancel in the 14th century, a tower around the year 1400 as well as a vestry, a chapel and a new entrance porch towards the end of the Middle Ages.

The church is recognized for its fine wall paintings or kalkmalerier which are considered to be among the best in the country from the late Gothic period.

They were probably created at the beginning of the 15th century, shortly after the cross vaults were added.

[1][2] The paintings in the chancel tell the story of the Day of Judgment with images of Christ, a bassoon-playing archangel and St Michael.

The lost souls are shown going to hell with the devil standing in its flames.

George and the dragon