Edsleskog old church

The church ruins stand as remnants of a three-nave basilica with a transept, measuring 40 meters in length and constructed from brick during the 13th century.

The original church served as a major pilgrimage destination within the Diocese of Skara until a fire in 1568 destroyed most of its medieval structure.

Pilgrims visiting the church contributed to its income through a special tax called Nicolauspenningen, connected to the nearby Nicolaus spring.

The ruins are located at coordinates 59.057263 latitude and 12.464666 longitude, with a memorial stone marking the original location on the former graveyard.

Unlike other churches in Dalsland region which were built from wood, this structure used brick construction, making it distinct in eastern areas near Vänern.

Location: Åmål Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.05726,12.46467

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:21