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

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Susann Lindskog (11 months 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 (12 months ago)
Pleasant atmosphere with cafes and fashion shops and also a second-hand Statsmissiib.
Mia Hal (2 years ago)
If you seek help, you will always get it. Deacons are so supportive.
Ingela Ivarsson (2 years ago)
Carl Johan's church is located on a hill in the Majorna district, Gothenburg. The beautiful white church from 1826 has an open square lantern with a stately cross.
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