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Avaldsnes Church
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Avaldsnes Church, built around 1250, is one of Norway's oldest stone churches. It was an important royal chapel for the medieval Norwegian kings, located near the ancient royal estate at Avaldsnes. The church features a simple Romanesque design, with thick stone walls and a beautiful altarpiece. Visitors can explore the interior, including medieval frescoes and runic inscriptions, and walk through the adjacent churchyard with its ancient stone cross.
Don't miss
- The medieval stone architecture, including the original Romanesque portal
- The 17th-century altarpiece and pulpit, intricately carved
- The ancient stone cross in the churchyard, dating from the Viking Age
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Avaldsnes Church
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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