Burlöv Old Church

Burlöv, Sweden

The Old Church of Burlöv is one of the oldest churches in Scania. It has mostly remained the way it was built in the 12th century, with its oldest parts made of sandstone. There is a font from the 13th century, in Gotland style, once damaged and removed from the church, but now restored. The beautiful altarpiece contains eleven scenes from the life of Christ. It dates from the 16th century.

Address

Gamla Kyrkvägen 1, Burlöv, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Lund Cathedral (9 km)
Lund Historical Museum (9,1 km)
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Kungshuset (9,2 km)
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Lund University Main Building (9,2 km)
Drotten Church Ruins (8,8 km)

User Reviews

Birgitta Brunhoff (2 years ago)
Would like to see what the opening hours are for Klädkällaren. I have some clothes that I want to leave.

alia nabi (2 years ago)
Hey! I have had good experience. The only thing missing is a kitchen.

Kristina Andersson (3 years ago)
Lit candles for everyone who left us coffee in the parish home

Fredrik Engdahl (5 years ago)
Fantastically beautiful church.

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Following the Reformation, the church was transformed into a parish church for the town of Visby. All other churches were abandoned. Shortly after the Reformation, in 1572, Gotland was made into its own Diocese, and the church designated its cathedral.

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