Hejls Church

Kolding, Denmark

Hejls church was built in the Romanesque style in 12th century. The tower was added in the 15th century and all other buildings from 1780 to 1950.

Address

Hejls Kirkevej 21, Kolding, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Kirsten Krogh (19 months ago)
Looks lovely.

Heinz-Günter Beutler-Lotz (2 years ago)
Impressive building from the outside. Unfortunately not accessible inside. Neat cemetery is open.

Kolding Stenhuggeri (4 years ago)
Hejls Cemetery is always a pleasure to come by, as Tom is digging the cemetery so well. Tom is welcoming and a great help when we come up with headstones to be set up Greet your skilled stone carver Kolding Stoneware

Christiian Petersen (4 years ago)
My hometown church, where I am both baptized and confirmed. My parents and a large part of the family are buried there, as well as many others from my hometown. I really like that place.

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