Kerken in Zweden

Swedish Churches & Worship Sites

This collection features significant Swedish religious landmarks, ranging from the 12th-century foundations of Växjö Cathedral to the 20th-century National Romantic architecture of Gothenburg's Masthugg Church. The list highlights diverse ecclesiastical styles, including the neo-Gothic Luleå Cathedral and the red-brick St. John's Church in Stockholm. These sites serve as historical anchors, housing unique artifacts like the Levene runestone and medieval wall paintings, reflecting the evolution of the Church of Sweden across both urban centers and rural parishes.

Swedish Churches & Worship Sites — Kaart

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Masthugg Church

Masthugg Church in Gothenburg, Sweden, was built in 1914. Its position on a high hill close to the city and near the Göta älv makes it a…

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German Church, Gothenburg

The German Church, also called Christinae Church, is church located in the city centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.

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Annedal Church

The Annedal Church is a church building in Annedal in Gothenburg, Sweden.

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Kvikkjokks kyrka

A wooden church built in 1906–1907 in the remote mountain village of Kvikkjokk. It serves the Luleå diocese and stands near the gateway to Sarek and Padjelanta National Parks.

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Luleå Cathedral

Luleå Cathedral in Luleå, Sweden, serves the Diocese of Luleå and the local Church of Sweden parish, Luleå Cathedral Parish.

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St. John's Church

St. John's Church is a church located in the Norrmalm district of Stockholm, Sweden.

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Växjö Cathedral

Växjö Cathedral is a cathedral in Växjö, Sweden. It is the seat of the Bishop of Växjö within the Church of Sweden.

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Runtuna Kyrka

A medieval church in the Diocese of Strängnäs with 12th-century origins. It houses a 13th-century triumphal crucifix and remains of 15th-century ceiling paintings.

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Levene kyrka

Notable for housing the Levene stone, Sweden's tallest runestone, in its churchyard. The building has medieval foundations with major 17th-century modifications.

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Bettna kyrka

A stone church with medieval origins, significantly remodeled during the 17th century. It contains a carved pulpit from 1648 and burial chapels for local nobility.

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Pingstkyrkan

A modern Pentecostal church located in Hudiksvall, serving as a center for the local free church community and contemporary worship services.