Fröskog Church

Fengersfors, Sweden

The oblong-spahed wooden church was completed in 1730. The original medieval church was replaced by a wooden one, but it was destroyed by fire in 1680.

The inner roof is covered with paintings made by Hans Georg Schüffner. The altar and pulpit were made by Nils Falk in 1739. The oldest item is a crucifix, dating from the 13th century. It has been made in Limoges, France.

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Address

Fogdevägen 9, Fengersfors, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 1730
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: The Age of Liberty (Sweden)

Rating

4.9/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Andreas A (7 months ago)
Nordic church with a separate bell tower and a cemetery with centuries-old crosses. Impressive. Picturesque surroundings.

Anders (8 months ago)
Beautiful wooden church, very well maintained area. Nice and knowledgeable young people who worked as guides in the church!

Pär Olsson (8 months ago)
A unique church and a good place to start when hiking in Ronjaland.

P.k. Bruggeman (3 years ago)
Beautiful old wooden church. Well worth it! The information boards at the churches indicate where nearby music performances are given in nearby churches.

Kent Bergqvist (3 years ago)
Great place

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