Hegge stave church

The wooden church features eight free-standing staves that form an arcade surrounding a central raised area, following the basilica architectural pattern.

Built around 1216, the Hegge stave church underwent modifications after the Protestant Reformation, including the addition of ridge turrets during renovations.

The church contains a medieval carved gate, original staves with face masks, and a thirteenth-century baptismal font made of soapstone.

Visitors can schedule guided group tours through the Øystre Slidre church office, while individual access remains free of charge throughout the year.

Four local men, surviving a storm during livestock trading, fulfilled their promise by purchasing the church altarpiece with the equivalent value of four cows.

Operator: Øystre Slidre kyrkjelege fellesråd

GPS coordinates: 61.15772,9.02373

Latest update: March 22, 2025 17:40