Algutsrum Church

Färjestaden, Öland, Sweden

The church of Algutstrum was originally built in the 12th century. The original tower was incorporated into the present neo-classical style church built in 1822. The most significant artefact in the church is a altarpiece made in Northern Germany in 1475. Also the font originate from Middle Ages. The Rococo-style pulpit was made in 1775 by Jonas Berggren. The Algutsrum Church stands at the highest point on Öland.

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

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Annika Rolandsson (3 years ago)
Just passed by
Bettan Alexandersson (3 years ago)
Saw the lovely Carlings family perform in the beautiful Algutsrums church.
Michael Ben Larbi Palmquist (3 years ago)
Beautiful cemetery and church.
Gary Grybb (5 years ago)
Öland's highest point and market that comes twice. per year.
Göran Lundberg (5 years ago)
Well maintained cemetery and good that the church was open until 6 pm
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