Røros, NO

Røros kirke

The church in Røros, dating from 1784, is known for its large bell tower, which is a well-known symbol of Røros. The exterior of the church is whitewashed with grey details. The construction of the church in Røros was a prestigious project, and it became one of the most beautiful churches in Norway at that time. The altarpiece with a picture of the Last Supper was painted by the drawing teacher Johan Jørgen Lyng in 1782.

About this building

For more information visit on this building visit https://kirkesok.no/kirke/164000101

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments

Visitors information

  • Car park at the building
  • Café within 500m

Other nearby buildings

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Glåmos church is a wooden cruciform church built in 1926. The architect of the church was Claus Hjelte (1884–1969).

Os Church

The Os church is a typical cruciform church in a panelled loft, built in 1862 according to the drawings of H. P. Holtermann. The builder was Jon Eriksen Berg. The bell tower of the church, which was originally higher, was knocked down in 1876 and then rebuilt in a lower form.

Hitterdal Chapel

Hitterdal chapel is a wooden building completed in 1959. The architect of the chapel is John Tverdahl.

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