Botne Church

Holmestrand, Norway

Botne church was built originally in the 13th century and is dedicated to St. Nicholas. It was expanded in 1865 and restored in 1947. The Renaissance and Baroque style altarpiece dates from 1664.

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Address

Nygårdsveien 1A, Holmestrand, Norway

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Norway

Rating

4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Ole Hanssen (2 years ago)
Beautifully restored building both outside and inside, and worth a visit.

åse jorun andersen (2 years ago)
Lovely church worth a visit

åse jorun andersen (2 years ago)
Lovely church worth a visit ??❤️

Einar Sørlie (2 years ago)
Has not been inside the church, but the church is nice on the outside

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