Ørum Church

Hedensted, Denmark

Ørum Church was built in the 12-13th centuries in Romanesque style. The choir and nave date from that age, the vaults are Gothic. There is no tower, the belfry in the churchyard is modern. The altarpiece was painted by Gustav Theodor Wegener in 1857. The pulpit dates also from the 19th century.

Address

Kirkebuen 2, Hedensted, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

Rating

4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Maybritt Hansen (8 months ago)
Cozy church

Birgit Bøtker (2 years ago)

Peter Christensen (3 years ago)
Small but cozy cemetery is located in the middle of the city

Stove Pipe (Victor R. Joensen) (4 years ago)

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