Isokyrö Old Church

Isokyrö Old Church is a medieval stone building set above the Kyrö river in the region between Vaasa and Seinäjoki. The structure displays the heavy masonry typical of early medieval church architecture in Finland.

The building was constructed in 1304 and served as the spiritual center of the Pohjankyrö area for centuries. It witnessed the Battle of Napue in 1714 during the Great Northern War, a significant moment in the region's past.

The building is part of a heritage ensemble with Isokyrö New Church and shows how rural communities have preserved their religious spaces across generations. Visitors can see how faith and community life are reflected in the structure itself.

The location can be reached via Highway 18 or by train on the Seinäjoki-Vaasa railway line. The address at Museotie 3 helps visitors find their way, and nearby airports offer convenient travel connections.

The building is one of Finland's protected religious structures and holds a special place in the country's geographic identity. This recognition reflects its importance as a landmark in Finnish cultural preservation.

Location: Isokyrö

Elevation above the sea: 22 m

Part of: Isonkyrön vanha ja uusi kirkko

Address: Museotie 3, 61500 Isokyrö

Website: http://isonkyronsrk.fi/isonkyron-vanha-kirkko

GPS coordinates: 63.00467,22.31650

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:01