Torpo stave church

The stave church features fourteen vertical wooden posts reaching 9 meters high, dividing the nave into a central chamber with side aisles.

Constructed in 1192, this medieval wooden structure stands as the oldest building in Hallingdal valley and contains ancient runic inscriptions from its builders.

The nave holds decorated vaults depicting Christ, the apostles, and Saint Margaret, representing some of the earliest religious paintings in Norway.

The church opens daily from June 1st to August 31st between 10:00 and 18:00, with admission costing 90 NOK for adults while children enter free.

The structure retains its original location and features a continuous bench with an arcaded front running along the outer walls from medieval times.

Location: Ål

Operator: Fortidsminneforeningen

GPS coordinates: 60.66414,8.70842

Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:53