Hedal Stave Church, Medieval stave church in Sør-Aurdal, Norway
The wooden structure exhibits a cruciform design with intricate dragon carvings on its west-facing portal and holds approximately 210 people inside.
Built around 1160, the church remained abandoned for 150 years following the Black Death until residents returned to the area in the 1500s.
The interior contains a copper-gilded reliquary from 1250 featuring biblical scenes and representations of Christ, Mary, John, Jacob, Thomas, Olav, and Peter.
The church opens from July 1 to August 11, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM with guided tours.
A medieval bearskin hangs in the sacristy, relating to a tale of a hunter discovering the church and shooting a bear near the altar.
Location: Sør-Aurdal
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 60.62244,9.69042
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:35
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