Gottröra Church

Norrtälje, Sweden

Gottröra Church is a church in the village of Gottröra in Norrtälje Municipality. The church was originally raised in the 12th century, and has been rebuilt several times. The sacristy was built in the late 14th century. The original tower was destroyed by fire in 1893.

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Address

Vängsjöbergsvägen 6, Norrtälje, Sweden

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Details

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

More Information

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Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Sören Alvarsson (3 years ago)
Beautiful church and memorial grove.

Olle Sandgren (3 years ago)
Even though I was here for a funeral, I enjoy this beautiful church.

Sergei Ivanov (3 years ago)
The church is a beautiful barn similar to the 11th century, rebuilt many times

Eric A.L. Axner (4 years ago)
A large, imposing and very good looking church.

Anne-Christine Hollsten (8 years ago)
It's nice at Gottröra church. Was there yesterday planting flowers on my husband's grave. It turned out nice. Shall cast a gravestone in concrete and place on the grave.

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