Sørum Church, Sørum, Norway

Sørum Church was inaugurated probably in 1166. The pulpit is a Renaissance work ad altarpiece dates from 1733. There is a rare wheel cross in the church cemetery dating from the 12th century.

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Jonny Sponberg (2 years ago)
Good atmosphere, here too!

Roy B (2 years ago)
Old and beautiful medieval church. It probably has the country's oldest clock.

Arnold Heimdal (2 years ago)
The venerable church building dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paulus from the year 1166 is a great starting point for trips to Rømua and Glomma.

Jess Montgomery (3 years ago)
Beautiful old church dating back to the 1100's. Was fun to see how my family originated from this region.

Odd Juel (4 years ago)
Flott gammel kirke fra 1100 tallet. Presten fortalte mye interessant om kirken. Flott akustikk for orgel musikk.

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