Vassås Church

Hof, Norway

Vassås Church was built around 1200 and enlarged in 1846.

References:

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Address

Vassåsveien 18, Hof, Norway

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Details

Founded: c. 1200
Category: Religious sites in Norway

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Ragnar Tollefsen (3 years ago)
A cozy medieval church in idyllic surroundings. The church was built in the late 12th century and expanded and restored a number of times. The shape and color choices make this fine church a little out of the ordinary. Take the trip to see the church is my suggestion.

MJK survival (4 years ago)
Nice little old church

Odd Jønsberg (5 years ago)
Fantastisk middelalderkirke, må sees

Sven Eric Madsen (5 years ago)
Fin liten middelalder kirke med mye sjel og er en verdifull kultur arv

Ben Kulleseid (6 years ago)
Nydelig liten middelalderkirke.

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