Stånga Church

Stånga Church is a stone building with grey limestone walls and sandstone details located in rural Sweden. Inside, a single central pillar supports four vaulted sections that shape the interior space.

A wooden church once stood here until it was replaced by the current stone building in the first half of the 13th century. Major changes were made to the interior nave during the 14th century.

The portal displays limestone carvings that tell stories from Mary's life and the childhood of Christ, showing how medieval artists expressed faith in stone. These works reveal the kind of religious art that mattered to people in Gotland centuries ago.

Plan your visit around opening times, as the building serves as an active worship space for the Diocese of Visby. Dress respectfully when services are taking place, and check locally if you want to explore the interior.

Large Gothic sculptures sit near the south portal, originally carved for a tower that was never built. These works stand as rare examples of Swedish Gothic art from the medieval period.

Location: Gotland Municipality

GPS coordinates: 57.28307,18.46591

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23