Gol new Stave Church

The wooden structure features three spires on the main roof, with carved portals displaying dragon and plant patterns throughout the exterior walls.

The church, completed in 1994, stands as a replica of the original 13th-century Gol Stave Church now located at the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History.

Local craftsmen utilized traditional construction methods, incorporating medieval Norse designs and Christian symbols in the architectural elements of the building.

The structure contains multiple sections including a nave, ambulatory, gallery, choir, and apse, connected through intricate wooden passageways.

The timber used for construction originated from the surrounding valley, requiring ten years of careful selection and preparation before building began.

Location: Gol Municipality

Inception: 1994

GPS coordinates: 60.69793,8.94769

Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:50