Falsterbo Church

Skanör-Falsterbo, Sweden

The oldest parts of St. Gertrude’s Church in Falsterbo were built in the 14th century. The tower and vaultings were added in the 15th century. The medieval porch and sacristy were demolished in 1800’s.

There are several wooden scupltures in the church, made probably in the Northern Germany. The triptych is dated to 1400 and altar was made around 1500. The pulpit date also from the 16th century.

References:

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Address

Kyrkogatan 11, Skanör-Falsterbo, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Staffan Rosenberg (10 months ago)
Beautiful church typical of Scania.

Robert K. (13 months ago)
Very nice, as always, boring when it rains ?

Tomas Beckius (13 months ago)
Interesting church, but unfortunately with mold inside.

Kenn Madsen (3 years ago)
Sooooo beautiful ????

Urban Zandvoort Zandvoort (4 years ago)
Easy to park.

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