Old Glemmen Church

The Romanesque church stands constructed of rubble, featuring thick stone walls and traditional Nordic architectural elements from the 12th century period.

The church contains a soapstone font from 1225, while the altarpiece dates to 1708 and the pulpit was added in 1731.

The name Glemmen derives from an old farm where the first church was built, with its etymology connecting to a brook that made rumbling sounds.

Located at coordinates 59.23767 latitude and 10.971286 longitude, the church maintains regular opening hours for visitors and religious services.

The church represents one of the oldest structures in Fredrikstad, preserving its original Romanesque architecture through centuries of municipal changes.

Location: Fredrikstad Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.23767,10.97129

Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:17