Ånimskog Church

Ånimskog, Sweden

The oldest parts of the Ånimskog church (a square floor area) were built in the early 13th century by an unknown master. In the beginning of the 17th century the eastern gable was removed and the church was enlarged to the east.

The roof paintings were completed in 1739 by Hans Georg Schäffner. The font, made of sandstone, date from the 13th century. The red wooden bell tower was built in 1731.

References:

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Address

Ånimskogs Stom 201, Ånimskog, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

More Information

www.hosserudkullen.se

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

P.k. Bruggeman (2 years ago)
A particularly beautiful church where we were very kindly welcomed for the Sommarkvallsmusik. Enjoyed! Highly recommended to visit these music evenings.

Ingela Ivarsson (2 years ago)
Ånimskog's church is a church that surprised me. The small, beautiful church building is located in the Dalsland countryside, surrounded by agricultural landscapes and close to both forests and lakes. Outside the church area is a fantastic red-painted bell tower When I entered the church room, I was greeted by fantastic decorations and paintings. Very interesting.

Hege Karina Frebergsvik (3 years ago)
Incredibly beautiful church in a beautiful place!

Margareta Eriksson (3 years ago)
A fantastically beautiful church.

Oskar Mann (3 years ago)
Beautiful church, incredible paintings

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