Alnö Old Church, Alnö, Sweden

The old church on Alnö is one of the oldest and best preserved in Medelpad region. It was built in the late 1100s. The church had two purposes, as well as place of worship but also as a defensive building. There are well-preserved mural paintings in star vaults (added in the 1500s). The triumph crucifix is also from the 1500s, made by Haaken Gulleson. The pulpit is from the 17th century.

References:

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

Address

Alnövägen 85A, Alnö, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

More Information

visitsundsvall.se
wikimapia.org

Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Galtström Ironworks (32,1 km)
Selånger Church (11,1 km)
Högom Grave Field (9,1 km)
Njurunda Church Ruins (19,8 km)

User Reviews

Tobbe Eriksson (2 years ago)

Miłosz Huber (3 years ago)
A beautiful church and cemetery adjacent...

Fredric L. (6 years ago)
A unique and well-preserved church from the middle ages. The building is one of its kind, full of artefacts, mural paintings and historical remains. Well worth a detour if you're close to the island. The church is quite popular for weddings and christenings during the sunny season, but guided tours are also arranged on a regular basis throughout the summer. Please bear in mind that the church is closed during the winter, so plan your visit ahead.

Anne-Lie Andersson (7 years ago)

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