Sønder Kirkeby Church

Nykøbing Falster, Denmark

Sønder Kirkeby Church dates from the 12th century, but it was strongly altered during the restoration in 1865.

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

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Bo Sort (12 months ago)
Visit of the Roman Orthodox congregation on 20/10-2019 and posters with an autumn concert on 26/11-2019 Opening of the Engstien with Mosaic Frogs and Runestone "Sdr. Kirkebystenen" d.10/6-2022
Bent Nielsen (4 years ago)
I was confirmed in this church on 13 April 1947
Jan Pedersen (4 years ago)
Henrik jensen (5 years ago)
Susie Anja Anker (5 years ago)
Altid en dejlig oplevelse.
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