Kanta-Loimaa Church

Kanta-Loimaa Church is a Lutheran place of worship built in the Neoclassical style with balanced proportions and clean lines. The structure features a traditional layout with a main nave, gallery space, and a simple bell tower that rises above the surrounding buildings.

This church came into being through the work of prominent architects and was completed and opened in 1837. A lightning strike caused severe damage in 1892, resulting in substantial reconstruction efforts that reshaped parts of the building.

The church forms part of the Kanta-Loimaa church and vicarage complex, serving as a central religious institution for the Lutheran congregation since its establishment.

The building sits near the village center and is easily reached on foot from surrounding areas. Visitors can enter during regular hours to view the interior and spend time in quiet reflection.

The structure survived a lightning strike in 1892 that sparked a fire and damaged the roof. The repairs that followed strengthened the overall construction and made it more resilient against harsh weather.

Location: Loimaa

Inception: July 1837

Architects: Charles Bassi, Carl Ludvig Engel, Josef Stenbäck, National Board of Public Building

Official opening: August 1837

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Elevation above the sea: 86 m

Part of: Kanta-Loimaa church and vicarage

Address: Kanta-Loimaantie 13, 32210 Loimaa

Website: https://loimaanseurakunta.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot/kanta-loimaan-kirkko

GPS coordinates: 60.87560,22.97500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21