Loppi Old Church

The church features a long structure without a tower, red-painted facade, and a saddle roof covered with traditional wooden shingles from the 1670s.

Initially functioning as a chapel of Vihti and an annex of Janakkala during the 1500s, Loppi parish establishment occurred in 1632 with first records from 1530s.

The surrounding Old Church Hill area contains remains of ancient peasant settlements and the Ättyksen kantatalo building, which now functions as a museum.

Located at Pilpalantie 97 and standing at 127 meters elevation, the church lies 1.5 kilometers from Loppi village in the direction of Pilpala.

The interior ceiling consists of a wooden barrel vault, while the northern wall includes a square sacristy, demonstrating Finnish architectural craftsmanship.

Location: Loppi

Elevation above the sea: 127 m

Made from material: wood

Part of: Lopen vanha kirkonmäki

Address: Pilpalantie 97

Website: https://lopenseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/vanha-kirkko-santa-pirjo-

GPS coordinates: 60.70990,24.43018

Latest update: March 15, 2025 12:32