Vätö Church

Norrtälje, Sweden

Vätö Church is mentioned in written sources for the first time in 1337 and was built earlier in the same century. The vaults supporting the ceiling were constructed in the 15th century. They are profusely decorated with frescos in a style reminiscent of Albertus Pictor and probably dates from the last quarter of the 15th century. The church porch was also built at around the same time. Among the church furnishings, the baptismal font is unusual and originally belonged to Nydala Abbey in Småland. The church also has a 16th-century wooden sculpture depicting Saint George and the Dragon, a piece of art inspired by the Saint George and the Dragon in Stockholm made by Bernt Notke. A triumphal cross that earlier belonged to Vätö Church is today on display at the Swedish History Museum.

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Address

Vätö, Norrtälje, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

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User Reviews

Gudrun Johansson (2 years ago)
Such a beautiful church from the 13th century?

Solvita M (2 years ago)
Nice parking with beautiful view! ?

Seija Kattelus (2 years ago)
Nice church in a beautiful place.

Sirle (5 years ago)
Church itself was modest but still beautiful as well as its surroundings.

Robert “Baggen” Högberg (7 years ago)
Beautiful old church.

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