Kerken in Odense

Historic Churches of Odense

This collection explores Odense's ecclesiastical history, spanning from medieval Gothic landmarks to 20th-century parish churches. It features Saint Canute’s Cathedral, housing the remains of Denmark’s patron saint, and the historic Saint Hans Church, established by the Knights Hospitaller. The selection includes architectural highlights like the Roman Catholic St. Alban's Church and modern structures like Munkebjerg Kirke, reflecting the city’s transition from medieval foundations to contemporary worship spaces.

Historic Churches of Odense — Kaart

Jonay CP / CC BY 2.0

A

Saint Canute's Cathedral

St. Canute's Cathedral, also known as Odense Cathedral, is named after the Danish king Canute the Saint, otherwise Canute IV.

Kåre Thor Olsen / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

Saint Hans Church

Saint Hans Church is a church in Odense, Denmark. First mentioned in 1295, it was built by the Knights Hospitaller, also known as the Order…

C

Vor Frue Kirke

A 13th-century Gothic church and one of the oldest buildings in Odense. Originally part of a Benedictine monastery, it features a distinctive long nave and historic interior elements dating back several centuries.

Elisa Bolzon / CC-BY-SA

D

St. Alban's Church

St. Alban's Church is the Roman Catholic parish church of Odense, Denmark. It should not be confused with the medieval church of St.

Claus B. Storgaard / CC BY 3.0

E

Baptistkirken i Odense

Also known as Kristuskirken, this Baptist church serves a diverse international congregation and is a prominent center for the city's Free Church community.

F

Jacobskirken

A parish church located in the Bolbro district, serving as a local center for worship and community gatherings in western Odense.

G

Ansgars Church

Ansgars Church is a church in Odense, Denmark, within the Diocese of Funen.

H

Fredens Kirke

Built between 1916 and 1920, this church was designed by Peder Vilhelm Jensen-Klint, the architect of Copenhagen's famous Grundtvig's Church. It is noted for its unique brickwork and neo-baroque influences.

I

Hans Tausens Kirke

Completed in 1924, this church is named after Hans Tausen, the leader of the Danish Reformation. It serves the western part of central Odense with its traditional red brick architecture.

J

Thomas Kingos Kirke

Completed in 1924 and designed by Edvard Thomsen, this church is named after the renowned Danish bishop and hymn writer Thomas Kingo. It is a central landmark in the southern part of the city.

K

Munkebjerg Kirke

A modern church completed in 1961, designed by architects Erik and Ebbe Lehn Petersen. It is recognized for its mid-century Scandinavian design and distinctive architectural lines.