Genarp Church

Genarp, Sweden

Genarp Church was built in 1590-1593 and is the only existing church in Scania built in the 16th century. The church was built as a basilica by Chopper Ulfstand, the master of near Häckberga Castle. The church was renovated by Helgo Zetterval in 1870.

The pulpit dates from the 16th century and altar from 1780. The original organs, also from the 16th century, were probably the oldest still working in the world. It is today moved to the Malmö Museum. The baptismal font date from the 12th century and was originally from the All Saints Abbey.

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Address

Kyrkovägen 11, Genarp, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 1590-1593
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Early Vasa Era (Sweden)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Häckeberga Castle (3,3 km)
Holy Cross Priory (7,5 km)
Veberöd Church (6,8 km)

Malmö Stortorget (24,9 km)
Lund Cathedral (16,9 km)
Lund Historical Museum (16,9 km)
Malmö Castle (25,7 km)
Kungshuset (17 km)
St. Peter's Church (24,7 km)
Lund University Main Building (17,1 km)
Drotten Church Ruins (16,9 km)
St. Mary's Church (32,9 km)

User Reviews

Jan-Åke Nilsson (4 months ago)
There are areas where you might wish for a little more processed surfaces. The part that apparently belongs to Häckeberga should receive a major overhaul and measures.

Kristina Lind (21 months ago)
A great church, the reason I was there was not so much fun, funeral.

Tina Linde (2 years ago)
Beautiful church with an unusual vip stand.

Helén Johansson (2 years ago)
The wingspan of history is really felt here, when you enter this church room. Large lovely leafy cemetery.

Henric Nilson (2 years ago)
Very nice church. The parish has very nice staff.

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