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.

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Vestre Gausdal Church

The Vestre Gausdal Church or "Nykirken", is a cruciform church erected in wood with towers in the centre of the cross. Built in 1784, the interior has undergone several modifications since then. In 1854 the interior walls and ceilings were painted and in 1856 window openings were made in the side walls of the choir as well as in the galleries and the main entrance. In 1909, the church received a new pulpit with a canopy, a new baptismal font with a canopy and new pews.

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.

Tretten Church

The church in Tretten is a cruciform church made of slatted wood. The wood from the old church from the 16th century was reused in the new church, which was first tarred, then painted red, and in 1807 it was given the white colour of the time. The high tower that was to stand in the centre of the cross has been placed next to the church since 2000 due to damage.