Suntak Church

Tidaholm, Sweden

Suntak is the only parish in Tidaholm that has two churches in use. The old church in Suntak is of rare character with its Romance architecture from the late 12th century.

Inside the church there are remains of the wall paintings made during the Middle Ages of lime. One of the oldest piece of furniture in Sweden was found in the old church in Suntak, a bishops-bench from late Middle Ages. The piece of furniture with it is sculptured dragonhead is now in safe keep on the county museum of Västra Götaland.

According to the myth the building contractor got commission on building the new church in Suntak with material from the old one. Fortunately the building contractor didn´t think it was enough profitable, which we are very grateful for today.

References:

Tidaholm

Address

Suntak Sofiero 2, Tidaholm, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

More Information

www.vastsverige.com
www.runesnruins.com

Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Kaj Granath (2 years ago)
One of our most beautiful medieval churches. Currently locked. Contact Tidaholm's pastorate for help if you want to enter.

Werner Meincke (3 years ago)
Nice church is worth a visit

P Björkis (4 years ago)
A very nice little church, worth a visit if you want to look back in time??

Inge Rynning (5 years ago)
Go here and look at the fine ceiling painting.

Göte Dahlqvist (5 years ago)
Old Church in original condition, very interesting. A must visit.

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