Sagene Church, Sagene, Norway

Sagene Church was built in gothic revival style and it was consecrated in 1891. It was designed by architect Christian Fürst in neo-Gothic style. There are 600 seats. The altarpiece was made by the painter Christen Brun (1828-1905) and depicts the removal of Jesus from the cross. The octagonal pulpit, made of pine, dates from 1890. The church organ is from 1891 and the only remaining of Hollenbach organs in Norway.

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Paola D'Andrea (2 years ago)
A special gem not to miss in Sagene. In October 2023 free organ concerts on Tursdays, h. 13 - double check the timetable for confirmation.

Trond Anders Sorvoja (3 years ago)
This is a great place of worship and it might be the church in Oslo that has the longest opening hours.

Hannah Howard (3 years ago)
A beautiful church with an interesting history. Would definitely recommend touring this beauty

Ashley Wright (4 years ago)
Beautiful church, remember to look back at the fantastic organ above the entrance

LeeOne 2000 (5 years ago)
Uh dont believe In god but looks nice and good directions

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