Mörbylånga Church

Mörbylånga, Sweden

The oldest parts of Mörbylånga Church were built in the 13th century. For instance the decorations over the west tower portal have been dated to this period. The church was enlarged and reconstructed in the beginning of 19th century according the design of Johan Petterson. The medieval tower was restored in 1872.

The church possesses a triumphal crucifix, which would have been used in procession during medieval times, from the same period. The porch contains a tombstone from the fourteenth century. The pulpit, by Anders Dahlstrom, was carved in 1747.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

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Anna Dunfjäll (9 months ago)
Beautiful church with lots of activities for the whole family.
Bozena Petersson (3 years ago)
Quiet, raw filled and well maintained place
Laila Olsson (3 years ago)
I was at my parents' graves with flowers because it was Easter
Ingela Ivarsson (3 years ago)
Mörbylånga church is from the beginning of the 19th century and located well visible by the road with good parking opportunities, which makes it easy to make a stop and admire the beautiful church building.
patrik throfast (4 years ago)
A baby baptism, a little cuddle with the family.
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