Torsåker Church, Hofors, Sweden

Torsåker church was completed in 1758. It replaced a medieval church that had stood on the site since the 13th century. There are two runestones outside the church that were placed here during the 11th century. The altarpiece and pulpit are both late 17th century, and were carved by master craftsman Mårten Jönsson.

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Address

Solbergaleden 18, Hofors, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 1754-1758
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: The Age of Liberty (Sweden)

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Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Monika Drugge (3 years ago)
Old church with origins in the 17th century. Stately altar and powerful decorations. Large, painted windows. Very beautiful light in the church which is also used for art exhibitions.

Nils Berggren (3 years ago)
Full-grown garden in constant transformation, rich in color and shape with nice embedded seating and coffee places.

Eric A.L. Axner (3 years ago)
A large and winsome church.

Chris The Salvador (4 years ago)
Väldigt vacker och bra akustik.

Hylaeus (4 years ago)
Nice church

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