Vålse Church

Norre Alslev, Denmark

Vålse Church was built around 1100 and it is consecrated to Sankt Olav, whose figure can be seen on the triptych altarpiece dating from 1450. Furthermore there is a relief of the crucification and the 12 apostles and 4 saints.

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Founded: c. 1100
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

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Tage Jensen (2 years ago)
Great Church
Jan Sognnes Rasmussen (2 years ago)
A beautiful redwashed village church, which was built in the first half of the 13th century. The church is dedicated to Saint Olav (995-1030), a Norwegian Viking king who became a martyr. He can be seen on the 3-winged altarpiece from 1450, stepping on a serpent. Just outside the cemetery is also a sculpture of King Olav and the snake. It was made by wooden artist Allan Bo Jensen
John Brinck (3 years ago)
Nice
Fredrik Sørensen (3 years ago)
Jesus Christ! The pastor of this church preaches hatred and doubt! Then it is easy to unsubscribe from the church tax ..
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