Västanfjärd Churches

Kimitoön, Finland

The Old Church of Västanfjärd was built in 1759-1760. The wooden octagon shaped church was designed by Isak Olin and it’s dedicated to St. Jacob. The belfry was erected in 1763. Interior is mostly from the 19th century.

The newer stone church is located near the old church site. It was built 1910-1912 and represents the Romantic Nationalism style. It was designed by Helge Rancken. The altarpiece (painted by A. F. Ahlstedt) dates back to the year 1864.

Address

Kirkkokaari 12-30, Västanfjärd, Kimitoön, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1759 & 1910
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: The Age of Enlightenment (Finland)

More Information

www.visitkimitoon.fi
www.muuka.com

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Marja Koski (3 years ago)
A great gray granite church. The old wooden church 100 meters away is also worth checking out.

Paula Mäkelä (4 years ago)
Beautiful and quiet church. Built in a national romantic style.

Antti Virtanen (5 years ago)
Ok

Waltteri Virmanen (5 years ago)

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