Mattmar Church

Mattmar, Sweden

Mattmar Church was built in the 1300s to the site, where before was a wooden stave church from the 11th century. The porch was restored and enlarged in the 18th century. The pulpit dates from 1662 and font was acquired to the church in 1686. There are also several wooden sculptures from the Middle Ages. The external belfry was erected in 1765 and the lychgate dates also from the 18th century.

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Address

Prästbordet 135, Mattmar, Sweden

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Details

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

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Sam Amin (2 years ago)
Amazing church tower.

Allan Erisson (2 years ago)
It's a nice place to be where you can see the mountains and the big lake

Johan Solstad (4 years ago)
Absolutely amazingly beautiful belfry

Charlie Sande (6 years ago)
Among Sweden's most beautiful resting places. Absolutely stunning views

Pere Tere (6 years ago)
A neat little church. There is more to do than just the church.

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