Svartrå Church, Falkenberg, Sweden

Svartrå church. One of Halland’s most beautiful churches, was probably built in the late 12th century. It was enlarged in the 1th century and the new chapel was added in 1757. The wooden belfry was added in 1772.

The interior is characterized from the 18th century with beautiful Rococo roof paintings. The oldest item is a font made around 1200. The tabernacle date from the 16th century.

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bjornbeng (3 years ago)
Cozy location, nice views.

Håkan Gniste (4 years ago)
What a good concert last night. Good atmosphere.

Henric Nilson (4 years ago)
Extremely worth seeing church! Well worth a visit!

J. Ö. (5 years ago)
Nice church.

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