Nøtterøy Church

Nøtterøy, Norway

Nøtterøy Church is a cross-formed medieval stone church. It was built in the end of the 12th century and first time mentioned in papal letter in 1323. The altarpiece was added in the 18th century and it is painted by Jacob Lindegard. There are stone reliefs in the church wall, which probably date from the original church.

Address

Kirkeveien 195, Nøtterøy, Norway

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Norway

More Information

www.gonorway.no
www.visitnorway.com

Rating

4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Harald Martiniussen (20 months ago)
Beautiful cemetery

Tone Evant Johnsen (23 months ago)
Great Christmas service 2020

Odd Hegreberg (2 years ago)
Beautiful church built of stone.

Dag R. Foss-Hansen (2 years ago)
One of the most beautiful and well-kept cemeteries in the country.

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