Vårfrukyrkan, Enköping, Medieval church in Enköping, Sweden
Vårfrukyrkan is a stone church in Enköping with a longhouse plan, transepts, and a three-sided apse, to which a central tower was added in the 19th century. The building combines medieval foundations with additions made over centuries that shape its current appearance.
The building was erected in 1125 and underwent major modifications in the 1400s when the choir was expanded and the original tower removed. These changes permanently shaped the structure we see today.
The interior walls display extensive paintings created by Carl Wilhelm Pettersson in the early 1900s, reflecting regional artistic traditions. These works shape the character of the space and show how local art has been valued and preserved over time.
The interior is accessible most days, though opening hours may vary by season. Visitors should check ahead to confirm the building is open, as it may occasionally close for events.
Several medieval stone sculptures remain in the northern transept, including a Christ figure from the 13th century. These carvings offer a rare glimpse into how churches in this time and region were originally decorated with religious artwork.
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