Hacksta Church

Enköping, Sweden

The stone church of Hacksta date from the 13th century. It has been enlarged and restored several times. The mural paintigs were overpainted, but restored in 1981. There are several valuable artefacts in the church, like two medieval sculptures. The pulpit was made in 1680 and restored in 1822.

References:

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Address

535 Grillby, Enköping, Sweden

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Details

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

Rating

4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Marie Nordgren (13 months ago)
Nice church

B G (3 years ago)
Really small church and cemetery. Well maintained!

Göran Wallander (5 years ago)

Kerstin Haegermarck (6 years ago)

Kalle Anka (7 years ago)
Fin liten kyrka från 1200 talet

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