Heinola Parish Church

Heinola Parish Church is a Lutheran place of worship situated in Heinolan kirkonkylä with a separate bell tower in traditional Finnish style. The building occupies an elevated location and features Nordic architectural elements typical of regional religious structures.

Construction of the building began in 1755 and has shaped the local landscape since then. Architect August Sorsa later made modifications that established its present form.

The church serves as a central gathering place for the local Lutheran community and reflects the spiritual traditions of the region. The entire complex creates a space where residents come together for worship and important life events.

The church is easy to locate due to its elevated position in the town center and its distinctive bell tower that can be seen from a distance. Visitors can attend regular services or view this protected heritage building from the exterior.

The bell tower stands as a separate structure from the main building, which reflects a construction pattern found in several Finnish religious buildings. This detached arrangement is notable for the region and demonstrates a distinctive local building tradition.

Location: Heinola

Location: Heinola

Inception: 1755

Architects: August Sorsa

Elevation above the sea: 95 m

Part of: Heinolan maaseurakunnan kirkkoympäristö

Address: Kirkkotie 1

Website: http://heinolanseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot-ja-kappelit/heinolan-pitajankirkko

GPS coordinates: 61.25190,26.06860

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03