Silvåkra Church

Veberöd, Sweden

The choir of Silvåkra Church dates from the 12th century. Since it has been reconstructed several times. Medieval font and sculpture of Virgin Mary holding Jesus are the oldest items inside the church. The pulpit dates from 1578.

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Address

Silvåkra Kyrka 266, Veberöd, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Lisbeth Dal Pozzo (3 years ago)
I got married here and my parents too. In the cemetery next to the church all my mother's relatives rest.

Stefan Håkansson (4 years ago)
Silvåkra church was probably built in the early 12th century. The baptismal font is also from the Middle Ages. The church is located in the military training area Revingehed. Its location at an altitude in combination with the solid walls indicates that the church may have had a military function. The visitor is also recommended to look at the adjacent Silvåkraallen which is very nice

Elsie Henrickson (5 years ago)
My hometown and church

Baudelaire03 (5 years ago)
Very beautiful church.

Lars Johansson (5 years ago)
A nice oasis in the middle of the military practice

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