Kegnæs Church

Sønderborg, Denmark

Kegnæs Church was built in 1615 by John II, Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg. It was built in the style of many local Romanesque style churches. The altarpiece dates from about 1450 and was formerly (like the font and pulpit) situated in the now vanished St. Nicolaj Church in Soenderborg. The figure of Christ is from about 1500 on railing between nave and chancel. Two side figures, the Virgin Mary and the apostle John are from about 1691.

Address

Præstegårdsvej 7, Sønderborg, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 1615
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: Early Modern Denmark (Denmark)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Heinz-Peter Richter (11 months ago)
A tranquil place that exudes deep calm.

Dennis Lind (2 years ago)
A very beautiful church, all kept very clean and tidy. The cemetery is also worth a visit as there are some old graves to see. One or the other German text can also be found. Open from 8am to 6pm.

Lorenzo Pedretti (2 years ago)
Beautiful church, very special. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

N. F. (2 years ago)
Fantastic, you have to go inside, its allowed.

Anne Grethe Hansen (3 years ago)
It is the church where I am baptized and confirmed. My father and mother are baptized, confirmed, and buried there, as are my grandparents and great-grandparents. So this is a place that means something to me

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