Paltaniemi Church, Lutheran church in Paltaniemi village, Finland.
The wooden Lutheran church stands at 133 meters above sea level and features a bell tower constructed in 1769 next to the main structure.
Following the destruction of previous structures, including one damaged by an earthquake in 1626 and another burned during the Great Wrath in 1716, this church opened in 1726.
The interior of Paltaniemi Church contains detailed ceiling paintings depicting biblical scenes, representing Finnish religious art from the early 18th century.
The church welcomes visitors from June through August between 12 PM and 6 PM daily, with winter visits available through guided tours by appointment.
A Kalevala memorial stone placed in front of the church marks the historical connections between the regions of Kainuu and Karelia.
Location: Kajaani
Inception: 1726
Capacity: 800
Elevation above the sea: 133 m
Part of: Paltaniemen kirkkotie ja kylä
Address: Paltaniementie 851, 87850 Paltaniemi
Website: https://paltamonseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/paltaniemen-kirkko
GPS coordinates: 64.29278,27.66083
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:35
Kajaani Castle
7.9 km
Koskikara
7.9 km
Koivukoski power plant
8.2 km
Paltamo Church
15.4 km
Karolineburg mansion
7.6 km
Kivesvaara
19.5 km
Kajaani City hall
8 km
Kainuu Museum
8.7 km
Sotkamo Church
40.3 km
Weapon and Equipment Museum of Kajaani
8.5 km
Uitonsalmi railway bridge
16.4 km
Vuokatti church
33.7 km
Kajaani Art Museum
8 km
Riihipiha
33.3 km
Kajaani Orthodox Parish
8.3 km
Möykkysenjoki Bridge
36.7 km
Sotkamo Museum
40.5 km
Sukevan tsasouna
46.8 km
Säräisniemen kotiseutumuseo
46.1 km
Paltamo Museum of local history
15.5 km
Paltaniemen koulumuseoaitta
216 m
Männikkö Bridge
47.4 km
Kajaani seminar
7.6 km
Kontiomäki railway station building
22.4 km
Kajaani railway station building
8.9 km
Kajaanin Kauppakadun funkistalot ja Raatihuoneentori
8 km
Sotkamo cemetery chapel
40.5 km
Belfry at Ristijärvi Church
35.4 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes