Haug Church, Ringerike, Norway

Haug Church was built in the 13th century and it was first time mentioned in 1361. The church was enlarged and restored couple of times in the 18th century and again in 1878. The altar dates from the 19th century.

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Kåre Skoglund (3 years ago)
Flink prest med konfirmantene!

Karl Otto Fjeldavli (3 years ago)
Cozy church

Marianns Næss (3 years ago)
My grandmother. .beautiful church

Hans Edgard Rakeie (4 years ago)
Nice resting place

Bjørn Risjord (5 years ago)
Church is fine. The church is centrally located in Haug, a short way down to Hønefoss or possibly up to Ringkollen

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