Roslags-Bro Church, Medieval Lutheran church in Norrtälje Municipality, Sweden.
Roslags-Bro Church is a stone building from medieval times standing on a hill near Norrtälje with an 18th-century bell tower attached. Inside, it has space for roughly 150 people and an organ built by a local craftsman in the 19th century.
The church was founded in the early 13th century and originally stood along an important sea route that changed over the centuries. Geological land shifts caused the former shipping route to become dry land, and the building moved away from the water.
The walls inside contain medieval paintings showing religious figures that have remained visible for centuries. These artworks show what people believed and valued during the Middle Ages.
Access is straightforward since the building sits on a gentle hill and can be reached by paths. It helps to check ahead about visits or opening times, as these can vary depending on the season.
The church holds a rare Easter grave from the late 15th century showing a life-sized carving of Christ. Such artworks are remarkably uncommon in Sweden, making this discovery particularly noteworthy.
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