Rygge Church, Rygge, Norway

Rygge church is a medieval stone church built in the 12th century. The church is one of Østfold's largest, richest adorned and best preserved medieval church in the region.

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Janne Gry Lunde (8 months ago)
Great church. It would have been nice to have a working teleloop

Phi Wah (9 months ago)
File and intimate church. Good sound.

Ole Petter Johansen (2 years ago)
Architecturally, Rygge Kirke is beautiful. I don't get involved in the spiritual content.

Håkon Rian Mancient Ueland (2 years ago)
Well kept, historic church. Recommended for any pilgrim who happens to walk around in Østfold. Some fascinating sights and details, and a good atmosphere that permeates the whole area.

Tommy Meyer (3 years ago)
Nice old church.

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