Lemu Church

Lemu Church stands as a medieval stone structure built between 1460 and 1480, featuring thick protective walls, small windows, and cross vaults supported by simple square brick pillars.

The church replaced an earlier 13th-century wooden chapel on Toijainen hill and has undergone multiple renovations in 1377, 1770, 1786, 1847, 1901, 1936, and between 1967-1969.

Dedicated to St. Olav, the church houses medieval frescoes discovered in 1936, an ancient crucifix, baptismal font, and artifacts reflecting Finnish ecclesiastical traditions spanning centuries.

Located at Monnoistentie 2-16 in Masku at 18 meters elevation, the church is accessible by appointment and forms part of the protected Lemun kirkkoympäristö heritage environment.

The church contains Marshal Mannerheim's confirmation note, the coat of arms of Mauno Särkilahti, a Martin Luther painting, and wall markings from 1380, 1450, and 1959.

Location: Masku

Location: Masku

Elevation above the sea: 18 m

Part of: Lemun kirkkoympäristö

Address: Monnoistentie 18

GPS coordinates: 60.55983,21.97550

Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:24