Garpenberg Chapel

Garpenberg, Sweden

Mining in Garpenberg dates back to the 13th-century and the wooden chapel was built in the 17th century. It is the only survived miners' chapel in Sweden. There is a small mining museum in upstairs.

References:
  • Marianne Mehling et al. Knaurs Kulturführer in Farbe. Schweden. München 1987.

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Founded: 17th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Sweden)

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