Kungsholm Church

Stockholm, Sweden

The Baroque style Kungsholm Church was built in 1672-1688 and it was designed by Matthias Spihler. Anyway the tower, designed also by Spihler, was not erected until in 1810. The finest inventory in Kungsholm church is a font dating from 1707. It was donated by Elsa Guthermuth.

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

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Founded: 1672-1688
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Sweden)

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Abbas Al-Ftlawi (13 months ago)
? ok
Jens R. (2 years ago)
Lovely waffles and super friendly owners, recommended! It's located in the quieter part of stockholm so ideal to sit outside on the cosy terrace. There is an metro stop across the street and the place has a clean toilet.
Pierre Youhanon (2 years ago)
Nice
Joseph Michel (2 years ago)
Authentic and spacious
Lilli Pincemaille (3 years ago)
Great concerts
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