Guldrupe, SE

Guldrupe Church

Guldrupe Church is one of the 92 medieval churches on the island of Gotland.

About this building

The nave of the present church was built in the late 12th century, being its oldest part. At the beginning of the 13th century a Romanesque tower was erected. The choir and sacristy were the latest addition, built towards the end of the 13th century.

The church houses a 12th-century baptismal font, decorated by Byzantios, a medieval sculptor from Gotland. Some remains of medieval wall paintings are still visible.

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Interior features
  • Atmosphere / quiet space

Other nearby buildings

Wikimedia Commons/Bene Riobó

Viklau Church

Viklau Church is one of the 92 medieval churches on the island of Gotland. The church is known for preserving the Viklau Madonna, a wooden sculpture of the Virgin Mary from the 12th century.

Wikimedia Commons/W.carter

Atlingbo Church

Originated from the 13th century, the church contains a Romanesque baptismal font made by the workshop of Byzantios, a stone sculptor active in Gotland that show influences from Byzantine, hence the notname.

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