Byrum Church

Læsø, Denmark

Byrum Church is the largest in Læsø island. It was built in 1269 by monks of Vitskøl monastery. The Romanesque architecture was later transformed to the Gothic style. The interesting detail is a triptych made around 1450.

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Byrum Hovedgade 46, Læsø, Denmark
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Founded: 1269
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Simone Moll (2 years ago)
We were able to experience a wonderful service for the confirmation of our nephew in this church. Even if we couldn't understand every word, the really emotional atmosphere was palpable for all of us, if only through the selection of songs with instrumental accompaniment.
bjarne holst (2 years ago)
interesting church
Louise U (2 years ago)
Beautiful old church.
James LaBranche (3 years ago)
Beautiful historical church.
Carian Lund (3 years ago)
Nice war, nice burial ground!
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