Gjellerup Church

Herning, Denmark

Gjellerup Church, built in the 12th century, is unique for its Latin inscription in the tympanon above former door facing to the south. The inscription, carved in 1140, makes Gjellerup Church the oldest dated building in Denmark. The church is consecrated to the Roman martyr St. Laurentius. There are traces of a Romanesque tower, and the sheer size of the church is remarkable. The oldest parts are the chancel and nave. The southern nave was added around 1540, the porch oin 1650 and current tower in 1784.

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Address

Kirkebyvej 1, Herning, Denmark

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Details

Founded: c. 1140
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

More Information

www.kulturarv.dk
www.visitherning.com

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User Reviews

Inge Birk Pedersen (6 months ago)
Beautifully kept cemetery

inger-marie gjesse (9 months ago)
It is always nice to come to church.

Kai Erik Rasmussen (12 months ago)
Older church which several years ago had been extended as I was out to see

egon gindler (19 months ago)
Nice old church

Jytte Larsen (2 years ago)
Beautiful old church, atmospheric.

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