Egtved Church

Egtved, Denmark

Egtved church was built in a Romanesque church in 1170 and a tower dates from 1863. The Egtved-runestone was found near the church in 1863, and are on display in the church.

Address

Fyrre Alle 2, Egtved, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 1170
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Henrik Borre Christensen (2 years ago)
Nice church

Lynge Träger (2 years ago)
A great place for a long stay.

Lars Hjernøe-Pedersen (2 years ago)
Exciting church

Grethe Rasmussen (2 years ago)
A cozy cemetery where everything is well maintained and neat.

Nicolai Hansen (3 years ago)
Great church

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