Ludgo Church

Nyköping, Sweden

The nave of the Ludgo Church dates from the late 1200s. The chancel was enlarged and two chapels (for Drakenhielm and Sifverstjerna families) were added in 1673-1678. There are two sandstone sculptures probably from the 1400s. Two runestones from the 1000s are located to the church entrance.

References:

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

Address

826, Nyköping, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Annicka Pettersson (3 years ago)
Beautiful & peaceful

Kicki Sälgström (4 years ago)
One of the most beautiful churches in Sörmland. Beautifully located in aspa / ludgo. Fantastic acoustics in the vaulted ceilings. Well worth a visit on the way past.

Valter Isander (4 years ago)
A beautiful place with the fine church, all created by humans during times

John Askling (4 years ago)
Extremely nice church in a perfect location. Had the honor of visiting this church during Easter, so have not been to a service here. The cemetery was also just as nice with the water next door. There was good information about the church with which you can read. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area :)

Roland Johansson (7 years ago)
Fin landsortskyrka

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