Vaasa Church

Vaasa Church is a Gothic Revival structure featuring pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and stained glass windows designed in the English Gothic manner. The building rises prominently in the city center and displays the vertical emphasis characteristic of this architectural style.

The building was designed by architect Carl Axel Setterberg in 1869 and constructed as part of the city's rebuilding efforts after the Great Fire of 1852. It represents a key moment when the city renewed its urban landscape following widespread destruction.

The church serves as a center for worship, music performances, and art exhibitions that shape the religious and cultural life of the community. Visitors experience a space where residents gather for spiritual and artistic events throughout the year.

The church is centrally located in Vaasa and accessible by local public transportation, with regular opening hours for visitors. Its central position makes it easy to visit while exploring the city on foot.

The building belongs to Vaasan keskuspuistikot ja palokadut, a network of urban parks and heritage buildings that form part of the city's protected core. This connection reveals how the church integrates into a broader system of urban conservation.

Location: Vaasa

Inception: 1869

Architects: Carl Axel Setterberg

Architectural style: Gothic Revival, English Gothic architecture

Elevation above the sea: 13 m

Part of: Vaasan keskuspuistikot ja palokadut

Website: https://vaasansuomalainenseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot/vaasan-kirkko

GPS coordinates: 63.09472,21.61000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00