Sindal Old Church

Sindal, Denmark

Sindal Old Church dates from the 13th century with choir, nave and porch, beautifully situated with the old cemetery and a newly forested churchyard. It has not been altered substantially since its foundation, and has no tower. A bellframe holds two bells, the oldest of which was cast in the sixteenth century. The altarpiece is a fine piece of Renaissance work and holds a picture by distinguished Skagen artist Michael Ancher. The granite font is probably as old as the church. The crucifix dates also from the Middle Ages.

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Astrupvej 132, Sindal, Denmark
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

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4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Jens Henrik Mørk Thomsen (9 months ago)
Beautiful old church located in pure idyll
sarah Larsen (3 years ago)
Very small church ..
sarah Larsen (3 years ago)
Very small church ..
Grzegorz Pacyk (4 years ago)
A beautiful, stylish old church founded in 11th century. In the altar there’s a copy of Vellasquez’ Christo Crudificado painted by famous Danish painter Michael Ancher. We were here to attend in a classical concert during Vendsyssel Festival. A real pearl!
Grzegorz Pacyk (4 years ago)
A beautiful, stylish old church founded in 11th century. In the altar there’s a copy of Vellasquez’ Christo Crudificado painted by famous Danish painter Michael Ancher. We were here to attend in a classical concert during Vendsyssel Festival. A real pearl!
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