Västra Alstad Church

Trelleborg, Sweden

Västra Alstad church was originally built in the 1100s, but only the lower part of the tower is from that time. The nave was erected in 1840-1841 and expanded with a new chancel in 1898. The reredos and the pulpit date from 1598, but the reredos was repainted in 1695. The baptismal font from 1944 is made of limestone and made by the artist Anders Jönsson from Stockholm.

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Address

622, Trelleborg, Sweden

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Details

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

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Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Lars-Erik Glimminge (2 years ago)
Had intended to put a bouquet in the memorial grove for a deceased American friend. Unfortunately the experience of the grove was very poor as it was in a very sad condition. The stand for flowers and candles was rusty and the glass cups were discolored by the rust. You should fix it up with some new plants and a better lawn. Left the grove with the bouquet because we didn't feel like putting it there.

Gullbritt Svensson (3 years ago)
Quiet and nice

Janica Förster (3 years ago)

Fredde Svensson (3 years ago)
Nice cemetery

Daniel Johansson (4 years ago)

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