Sankt Laurentii Church Tower, Medieval church tower in Roskilde, Denmark
The Sankt Laurentii Church Tower stands as a stone structure integrated into the former town hall complex of Roskilde, featuring Romanesque architectural elements.
Built in the 13th century using travertine stone, the tower remained after the church's demolition following the Protestant Reformation in Denmark.
The tower houses a museum that exhibits archaeological artifacts discovered during excavations conducted in 1998, revealing aspects of medieval Danish life.
Located at coordinates 55.6412, 12.0801, the tower presents visitors with educational displays about local history and architectural development through different periods.
The structure represents the sole remaining component of the original Sankt Laurentii Church, maintaining its position as part of Roskilde's administrative center.
Location: Roskilde Municipality
Part of: Roskilde Old City Hall
GPS coordinates: 55.64120,12.08010
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:51
Roskilde Cathedral
164 m
Viking Ship Museum
998 m
Orange Stage
2.2 km
Roskilde Museum
252 m
Museum Ragnarock
1.5 km
St. Catherine's Priory
433 m
Roskilde Royal Mansion
136 m
Byparken
614 m
Museet for Samtidskunst
59 m
Gimle
572 m
Roskilde Gasworks
808 m
Roskilde Congress & Sports Centre
941 m
Haraldsborg
1.5 km
Kastellet
519 m
Roskilde Vandtårn
1.6 km
Roskilde Ting- og Arresthus
436 m
Roskilde Ring
939 m
Ayasofya-moskeen
202 m
Wilhelm Topps Minde
208 m
Duebrødre Kloster
191 m
Meyercrones Stiftelse
241 m
Roskilde Cathedral organ
164 m
Hyrdehøj Skov
2.1 km
Roskilde Old City Hall
14 m
Queen Margareta
1.2 km
Rektorbolig
173 m
Webers Gård
196 m
Greyfriars Cemetery chapel
445 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes