Ringkøbing Church, Ringkøbing, Denmark

Ringkøbing Church was built in the early 15th century, and its tower, which is wider on top than on the bottom, was erected ca. 1550. The church houses two organs: the oldest in the west pulpit was built by Demant & Son in 1861 with a baroque facade from 1633. The other from 1974 is by Frobenius & Sons. As the result of a restoration in 1995-1996, the church has a number of modern features, including an altarpiece by Arne Haugen Sørensenand a glass baptismal font.

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Address

Kirkepladsen 2, Ringkøbing, Denmark

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Religious sites in Denmark
Historical period: Kalmar Union (Denmark)

More Information

www.hvidesande.com

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Gerold Vahl (3 years ago)
Worth seeing, especially the wide view from the tower

Hans Adam Sønderby (4 years ago)
Beautiful church

Daniel K. (4 years ago)
Great church. Should be looked at.

Flemming Steffensen (4 years ago)
Nice little country town Church, with a far reaching historic background. Got a nice tour by the church organist who showed off their fully restored organ.

Nina Guldhammer (5 years ago)
The most beautiful altarpiece in DK for me and so nice events that are held there - concerts, church games, etc.

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