Berg Church

Halden, Norway

Berg Church was built in the 12th century. The pulpit from 1592 is today in the Norsk Folkemuseum in Oslo. The church has a baptismal font made of Gotland soapstone aound 1150.

Address

Lundestadveien 10, Halden, Norway

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Norway

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Even Halstvedt (19 months ago)
does anyone know if one comes in with an electric wheelchair at Berg church confirmation this weekend 7.may Even thanks for the answer

DJSI (2 years ago)
A quiet but good parish priest creates a pleasant church to go in. A wonderful medieval church that is worth the experience!

Svein-Johnny Norderhaug (2 years ago)
One of Norway's oldest churches

Lena Berg (4 years ago)
Church - suitable for weddings.

Kai Henning Melberg (4 years ago)
Great classical church. Nice location.

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