Funnings Church, Lutheran church in Funningur, Faroe Islands
The wooden structure of Funnings Church stands at coordinates 62.28684, -6.96635, featuring traditional Faroese architectural elements in its construction.
Funnings Church opened its doors on November 30, 1847, marking the establishment of a permanent religious institution in the Runavík Municipality.
The church maintains regular Lutheran services and functions as a gathering space for the residents of Funningur and surrounding communities.
Located within the Runavík Municipality on Eysturoy island, visitors can access the church by following the main road through Funningur village.
The wooden construction of Funnings Church demonstrates the adaptation of religious architecture to the local materials available in the Faroe Islands.
Location: Runavík Municipality
Official opening: November 30, 1847
Made from material: wood
Address: 72PM+P9M, Funningur 475, Faroe Islands 475 Funningur
Website: https://folkakirkjan.fo/um-folkakirkjuna/kirkjur/eysturoy/funnings-kirkja
GPS coordinates: 62.28684,-6.96635
Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:18
The Faroe Islands feature natural landscapes with waterfalls pouring into the ocean, sheer cliffs, elevated lakes, and coastal villages with traditional houses. The archipelago includes notable geological sites like Lake Sorvagsvatn and the Drangarnir rock formations. The villages retain their architecture with turf roofs, natural harbors, and historic churches. Hiking trails provide access to viewpoints over the fjords and mountains.
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