Gustav Adolf Church

Gustav Adolf Church is a brick structure with a copper-topped spire built in late 19th-century Swedish style and situated in Sundsvall. The complex includes a cemetery and facilities for religious gatherings and ceremonies.

The building was inaugurated in 1894 and created a new center for religious gatherings in the expanding city. It arose during a period when Sundsvall was growing rapidly and needed new public institutions.

The church is named after a Swedish king and reflects the religious identity of the city community. It remains a place where people gather to share traditions and mark important life events together.

The church is located in a central area of Sundsvall and is easily reached on foot. Visitors should note that services occur at set times and private ceremonies need advance arrangement.

The name Gustav Adolf refers to a 17th-century Swedish king rather than the builder or construction era of the church itself. This naming choice shows how deeply Swedish history and its monarchical traditions were celebrated in the city's architecture.

Location: Sundsvall Municipality

Inception: 1894

Official opening: 1894

Website: https://svenskakyrkan.se/sundsvall/sundsvalls-gustav-adolfs-kyrka

GPS coordinates: 62.39119,17.30011

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40