St. Mary's Church of Lappee

The wooden church features a double cruciform design with two intersecting sections and stands at an elevation of 100 meters above sea level.

Construction of the church began in 1792 under architect Juhana Salonen, following the destruction of the previous fortress church by lightning in 1790.

The altarpiece, completed in 1887 by Alexandra Frosterus-Såltin, depicts Christ's Ascension and represents Finnish religious artistry of the period.

The church accommodates 840 people and maintains regular services at Valtakatu 35 in Lappeenranta, with a bell tower located southwest of the main building.

This structure stands as Finland's only remaining double cross church from the 18th century, characterized by its distinctive architectural layout with two crossing points.

Location: Lappeenranta

Inception: 1791

Architects: Juhana Salonen

Elevation above the sea: 100 m

Made from material: wood

Address: Valtakatu 35, 53100 Lappeenranta 53100 53100

Website: https://lappeenrannanseurakunnat.fi/lappeen-kirkko1

GPS coordinates: 61.05830,28.18830

Latest update: March 14, 2025 11:02