Skjervøy, NO

Skjervøy Church

The Skjervøy church is the oldest preserved wooden church in North-Hålogaland. It was built in 1728 on the initiative of the Finnish priest and missionary Thomas von Westen to serve as a place of worship not only for the Norwegians but also for the many local Sami and Kven. In 1777 the church was given a bell tower. The interior is characterized by the restoration of the 1950s. Little has been preserved from the early days of the church. The chandelier dates from the time of construction and the pulpit are from 1777, but today it has been heavily repainted.

About this building

For more information visit on this building visit https://kirkesok.no/kirke/194100101

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments

Visitors information

  • Level access to the main areas
  • Café within 500m

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