Karl Johan Church

Gothenburg, Sweden

The church of Karl Johan was built between 1824-1826 according the design of Fredrik Blom. It has been restored in 1840, 1900, 1912 and 1938. The organs were added in 1863. The wall paintings have been made by Albert Eldh.

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Address

Carl Johans Kyrkoplan 3, Gothenburg, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 1824-1826
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Union with Norway and Modernization (Sweden)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Lucy Henningsson-Dahlberg (2 years ago)
very cozy! I am in the process of confirming myself here and everyone is very nice

Susann Lindskog (2 years ago)
A gin church with fantastic windows. A nice view of the Makorna and with walking paths to cafes. Easy to fit in for walkers and wheelchairs. Offers extra seat cushions for, for example, a longer fair.

Mats “Mäge” Hedman (2 years ago)
Pleasant atmosphere with cafes and fashion shops and also a second-hand Statsmissiib.

Mia Hal (3 years ago)
If you seek help, you will always get it. Deacons are so supportive.

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