Marka Church

Falköping, Sweden

The Romanescue style Marka Church was built in the late 1100s or early 1200s. The sacristy was added later in the Middle Ages. The original tower was demolished in 1750 and the new wooden belfry was completed in 1752. The great bell date from the year 1583 and the small one from 1751. The altarpiece date from the late 17th century as well as the Baroque-style pulpit.

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Address

47, Falköping, Sweden

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Details

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

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Ingela Ivarsson (2 years ago)
Marka church is located on a hill right by road 47. Although it is clearly visible, it is easy to miss the entrance. But wow, what a beautiful church, so worth seeing. Outside the church is a red-painted belfry with a black hood. There are good parking facilities.

Roger Dodge (2 years ago)

lindha Billman (3 years ago)
Nice place

Jonas Larsson (3 years ago)
Nice church in nice landscape.

lindha Billman (3 years ago)

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