Pihlajavesi Wilderness Church, Lutheran church in Keuruu, Finland.
The wooden church stands in a forested area, featuring massive logs throughout its construction and a bell tower covered with wooden shingles.
Built between 1780 and 1783 by architect Matti Åkerblom, the church was initially planned as a prayer room but expanded into a full religious building.
The structure represents the traditional long church architectural style that characterized religious buildings in Southern and Western Finland during the 18th century.
The church operates exclusively during summer months due to lack of heating, serving as a venue for weddings and concerts with capacity for 300 people.
Unlike other Finnish churches of its period, this building has never contained altarpieces or decorative church art throughout its entire existence.
Location: Keuruu
Inception: 1782
Architects: Matti Åkerblom
Elevation above the sea: 151 m
Website: https://keuruunseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot-ja-kappelit/pihlajaveden-vanha-kirkko
GPS coordinates: 62.36349,24.35839
Latest update: March 12, 2025 13:46
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