Ringsaker Church, Ringsaker, Norway

Ringsaker Church was built originally in the mid-1100s. The transept was added in the 1200s and the 68m high spire in 1652 (restored in 1694).

The most valuable detail in the church is the altar triptych with 127 figures. It was made in Antwerpen around 1520 by Robert Moreau. The pulpit and font represent Baroque style and were made by Lars Jensen Borg in 1704. The crucifix dates from 1683.

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Danny Miller (3 years ago)
Cool church

Frank Thies (3 years ago)
Great view, unfortunately the church is being renovated.. was closed

Randi Wistum (4 years ago)
Very nice service ... 4 year book for my great-grandson ?

Torbjørn Granseth (4 years ago)
Historic.

Tor Bækkevold (4 years ago)
Old nice church, which is definitely worth a visit.

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