Växjö Cathedral

At a glance

Växjö Cathedral, founded around 1120, is famed for its copper-clad twin spires. Rebuilt after fires, it features a modern interior and a historic Viking rune stone.

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Description

Växjö Cathedral is a cathedral in Växjö, Sweden, and the seat of the Bishop of Växjö. According to legend, Saint Sigfrid founded it. The first stone church was built in the 1160s, and the cathedral has been rebuilt and restored several times throughout history.

It was damaged by fires and wars, leading to major repairs in the 16th, 18th and 19th centuries. Its most significant restoration took place between 1958 and 1960 under architect Kurt von Schmalensee, giving it much of its current appearance.

The cathedral has a red exterior, two tall spires and a white interior. Many of its artworks are modern and made of glass, including its 2002 glass altarpiece by Bertil Vallien.

Today, Växjö Cathedral is used for church services and concerts and is a protected historic building in Sweden.

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Address
Linnégatan 2A, Växjö, Sweden

Established
ca. 1120

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