Sånga Church, Sollefteå, Sweden

Sånga Church was built in the 13th or 14th century was replaced older wooden castle. The interior dates mainly from the 1770s.

Address

Sollefteå, 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)

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User Reviews

Ann-Gerd Strömquist (3 years ago)

O Bull (4 years ago)
Unbelievably beautiful old church. Beautiful salmon pink color, with an open well inside the church. Well worth a visit and a detour if you are visiting the Sollefteåtracts.

Daniel Sjödahl (4 years ago)
Nice church in a fantastic location.

Björn Eriksson (5 years ago)
Beautiful

Annika Askebrant (6 years ago)
Water source in the sacristy

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