Martebo Church

Tingstäde, Sweden

The medieval church of Marterbo is well-known of its beautifully carved portals. The tower originates from the previous, Romanesque style church. The middle nave and sacristy were built in the 14th century and restored in the 19th century.

The pulpit, made in the mid-1500s, is one of the oldest in Gotland. The babtismal font date from the 13th century, altar and epitaph from the late 17th century.

References:

Marianne Mehling et al. Knaurs Kulturführer in Farbe. Schweden. München 1987.
Wikipedia

Address

Martebo Prästgård 302, Tingstäde, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jesper Karlsson (9 months ago)
There are ghosts here

Klaus Graf (2 years ago)
1a Dorfkirche

Otto Pi (3 years ago)
Beautiful little church.

Björn Karlbom (3 years ago)
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Magnus KARLSSON (4 years ago)
Like all churches, it has its charm. Worth a visit.

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