Astrup Church

Hjørring, Denmark

Astrup church was constructed of granite and bricks between 1200-1250. The tower was mentioned in 1639 but today it doesn't exist anymore. There is a grave of Bøgsted family members in the east side. In 1908 some rune carvings were founded from the wall.

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Founded: 1200-1250
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: The First Kingdom (Denmark)

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www.toppenafdanmark.com

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Anette Ketelsen Diget Vinstrup (3 years ago)
Cozy little church
Anders Høngaard (4 years ago)
Beautiful old church, especially inside.
Jörg Bremer (6 years ago)
Built in Romanesque, Gothic style
René “Julemad” Jul (6 years ago)
Incredibly delicious, but expensive.
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