Skibet Church

Vejle, Denmark

The Romanesque style Skibet church was built between 1125 and 1150 and belonged to Haraldskær Manor until 1936. The Romanesque nave and chancel are survived. There is a granite Romanesque font and some very beautiful frescos from the eleventh century.

Address

Skibetvej 168, Vejle, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jesper Nielsen (2 years ago)
Extremely beautiful church from the early Middle Ages. Beautiful frescoes and clear traces of the original appearance.

The life of Rie (2 years ago)
It looks nice

Peter Arne gøttsch (2 years ago)
Fantastic church from the Middle Ages worth a visit.

Søren Magnussen (3 years ago)
A super good Church and an ok pastor

BIRGIT Andersen (3 years ago)
Great church. Lovely experience. Music and singing so lovely.

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