Össeby-Garn Church

Vallentuna, Sweden

Össeby-Garn Church is a local parish church, located near the northern tip of Garnsviken. Built in the 13th century (with a porch added in the 15th century), Össeby-Garn Church is a Romanesque stone church typical of Uppland. Two runestones have been placed outside the church, and another has been built into the church floor.

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Address

Lilla Garn 33, Vallentuna, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

GTX Ola (12 months ago)
A cosy and personal location with a historical feeling. Works well in winter times due to floor heating. Associated facilities enable gatherings and possibilities to prepare food. Limited parking space.

Kurt Lindblom-Andersson (2 years ago)
Dogs are not allowed in the cemetery. What if the pet cemetery bans humans…

Joseph Mugerwa (2 years ago)
Össeby-Garn's church began to be built during the 13th century. It was named after Garnsviken, This church shows the art of building with stones

Kenneth Falk (3 years ago)
Likes the surroundings mainly but also the church. Some distance away, I don't say where or how far away, I found an old well or spring(?).

Göran Swenning (4 years ago)
All Saints' Day on Saturday at 18.00

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