Hovin Church

Hovin Church is a white wooden building in Tinn Municipality with a simple, elongated design. It features a tower at the western end and a choir section at the eastern end, providing seating for around 250 people.

A church first stood at this location in the 13th century, but the current building was constructed in 1850 based on designs by Hans Linstow. This rebuild marked a significant shift in the church's physical form and representation.

The church serves the local community as a place for worship and gatherings throughout the year. You can observe how the community values and maintains this space as part of their religious life.

The church is located about 22 kilometers south of Tinn Austbygd and 35 kilometers north of Notodden, making it easy to find in the village center. When visiting, remember that this is an active place of worship, so respectful behavior is important.

An older stave church originally stood at Åsland, roughly 1 kilometer northeast of the current site. This earlier structure was replaced by the present building, showing how this sacred place shifted location over time.

Location: Tinn Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.84942,9.00672

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03