Sønder Bjert Church, Kolding, Denmark

Sønder Bjert Church was built near the end of the 12th century out of stone cut from boulders and originally did not have a tower. The church's roofing consists of lead, which was last renovated in 2000. The crucifix was built in the mid-13th century and altarpiece was made by Hans Dreyer in 1624. The baptismal font dates from around 1650.

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Claus Rosdahl (3 years ago)
Peace and quiet in the road church, well such a thing exists.

Pia Nielsen (4 years ago)
Lille fin og hyggelig kirke

Tage Jensen (4 years ago)
Great church

Ernst Lassen-Vernal (4 years ago)
Nice town nice church

Thyge Lind (4 years ago)
Super

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