Arbrå Church

Arbrå, Sweden

The late-medieval church of Arbrå was built probably around the year 1500. It was badly damaged by fire in 1635. The church was enlarged to north and south between 1753-1754 and the present sacristy was added also after that. The bell tower date from the year 1630. The mural paintings date from the 16th century. The pulpit was made in 1780s after the previous one was donated to Alfta Church.

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Kyrkbyn 4930, Arbrå, Sweden
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Founded: ca. 1500
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Kalmar Union (Sweden)

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