Kangasala Church

Kangasala Church is a parish church in Kangasala, Finland, displaying typical features of 18th-century Finnish religious architecture with white-painted wooden walls and a simple interior layout. The building sits centrally within the village on Ainontie and continues to serve both spiritual and community purposes.

The church was completed in 1767 and marked an important milestone in Kangasala's religious development. Since then, it has continuously served as the parish church and center of village community life.

The church forms an integral component of the Kangasalan kirkko landscape, representing centuries of Finnish Lutheran religious traditions and community gatherings.

The church sits in the village center on Ainontie street and is easily accessible on foot. The interior is straightforward to explore since the building is modest in size with clear sightlines throughout.

The building holds a protected heritage status in Finland, underscoring its significance as a cultural landmark. This designation ensures that visitors can experience the church in its authentic original form for generations to come.

Location: Kangasala

Inception: 1767

Architects: Antti Piimänen, Superintendent's office

Elevation above the sea: 96 m

Part of: Kangasalan kirkko, kartanot ja suurtilat

Address: Ainontie 1, 36200 Kangasala

Website: http://kangasalanseurakunta.fi

GPS coordinates: 61.46360,24.07000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03