Follebu Church

The Follebu church is a rectangular church built in whitewashed stone probably in the 13th century. The church has undergone several modifications and reconstructions. The sacristy of 1868 was enlarged in 1913. The porch of the church was built in 1872.

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Østre Gausdal Church

The Østre Gausdal church is a medieval stone church that has undergone many modifications over the centuries. In 1715 the choir was demolished and the church was extended eastwards. The present sacristy was built and the church was provided with additional doors and windows. The west door was enlarged and the roof and tower were restored. In 1869, the church was given a new porch on the west side. The interior was also restored many times. In the 1860s, most of the interior of the church was repainted. In 1952, the interior of the church was whitewashed and given new windows and pews. Parts of the galleries were removed.

Vestre Gausdal Church

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Fåberg Church

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