Länna Church

Norrtälje, Sweden

Länna Church was built around the year 1300, but the baptismal font is from the earlier church. The crucifix dates from the 14th century. The Baroque style interior interior was mainly donated by near Penningby estate owner in the 17th century.

Address

Lännaby, Norrtälje, Sweden

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Details

Founded: c. 1300
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Hylaeus (5 months ago)
Beautiful stone church in fantastic lakeside surroundings. The church is located along the winding village street with well-preserved houses from different ages. Well worth a visit

Birgitta Jäghammar (2 years ago)
Very nice and peaceful place by Länna church lake, beautiful newly renovated church.

Björn Pettersson (3 years ago)
Small church with a lot of history!

Srinivas Chamarthi (5 years ago)
Wonderful old church. Serene environs by the lake side. Quite moods sets in spiritual thoughts and unwind you from all effects of modern day turmoils. Well maintained lawns, graves...make me feel to visit again...to be burried tooo

meelis susi (5 years ago)
Wow

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