Varkaus Central Church

The Varkaus Central Church stands at 85 meters elevation, featuring clean lines and minimalist design elements characteristic of functionalist architecture.

Architect Martti Paalanen designed this religious structure in 1939, during a period when functionalist architecture emerged across Finland's urban landscape.

The church contains what is measured as the largest altar fresco in all Nordic countries, making it a substantial artistic achievement.

The church, located on Savontie 3 in Varkaus, operates as part of the Diocese of Kuopio and maintains regular religious services.

The building represents one of Finland's few examples of pure functionalist church architecture, incorporating modernist principles in religious construction.

Location: Varkaus

Inception: 1939

Architects: Martti Paalanen

Architectural style: functionalism

Elevation above the sea: 85 m

Part of: Kommila-Kosulanniemen asuinalue

Address: Savontie 3, 78300 Varkaus

Website: https://varkaudenseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/paakirkko

GPS coordinates: 62.32028,27.90639

Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:23