Hovsta Church, Örebro, Sweden

Hovsta church is a brick church and its oldest parts date from the 12th century. The western portal and tower were added in the 1200s and the sacristy in 1500s. The font pedestal, made of sandstone, dates from the 1100s. The font itself was made in the end of the 18th century, as well as the altarpiece. The pulpit was constructed in 1830s.

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Zttrgrn (2 years ago)
Nice and calming, well maintained in the area.

Birgitta Larsson (5 years ago)
Axberg's church was pleasant and atmospheric. ?????

Rolle Bus (6 years ago)
Nice on the hill. Good interval slope nearby.

Ing-Marie Jansson (6 years ago)
This church has a rich history, and it is very beautiful!!

Markus Fagrell (7 years ago)

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