Historic Churches in Stavanger

Stavanger’s religious history is anchored by the 12th-century Stavanger Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in Norway, featuring a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. This selection includes prominent 19th and early 20th-century landmarks, such as the neo-Gothic red brick St. Petri kirke and the wooden Frue kirke. These sites illustrate the city's architectural evolution from medieval stone masonry to the neo-Gothic and wooden structures that characterize the Norwegian parish church tradition.

Stavanger Cathedral

Stavanger Cathedral is Norway's oldest cathedral and the seat of the Bishop of Stavanger who leads the Diocese of Stavanger in the Church…

St. Peter's Church

A neo-Gothic red brick church completed in 1866, designed by architect Conrad Fredrik von der Lippe. It serves as a prominent landmark in the city center with its distinct tall spire.

St. Johannes kirke

Located in the Storhaug district, this neo-Gothic stone church was consecrated in 1909. Designed by architect Hans Jacob Sparre, it features a traditional long church plan.

Kampen kirke

Consecrated in 1920, this parish church serves the Kampen neighborhood.

Frue kirke

Also known as Hetland Church, this wooden long church was built in 1854 based on designs by architect Hans Ditlev Franciscus Linstow. It represents the mid-19th-century Norwegian wooden church tradition.