Hölö Church

Hölö, Sweden

Remains of the 13th century church has been survived in the western wall of Hölö church. The tower dates from the 15th century, but the current appearance originates from the restoration made between 1792-1796. The Gustavian style interior has a Renaissance style epitaph of Karl Sture (died 1598) and his wife.

References:

Marianne Mehling et al. Knaurs Kulturführer in Farbe. Schweden. München 1987.

Address

Bökesta 5, Hölö, Sweden

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Details

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

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Christina Håkansdotter (2 years ago)
Nice church, pleasant and lovely atmosphere

Eddy Öijwall (2 years ago)
Nice evening with singing and music

Eva Eriksson (2 years ago)
Our beautiful church has become so nice in the cemetery when they redone the memorial grove is so nice and soothing

Kjell Westergren (3 years ago)
The most relaxing place I know ... Dear Church!

Arvydas Gailius (4 years ago)
Very beautiful, very natural

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