Ankenes Church

The white wooden church in Narvik Municipality features an octagonal architectural design and stands against the northern Norwegian landscape at coordinates 68.421° N, 17.3788° E.

The church construction was completed in 1842 under architect Ingebrigt Julin, replacing an earlier structure from 1730 that served the Ankenes parish.

The structure maintains its position as the main religious center for the Ankenes parish within the Ofoten prosti deanery of the Diocese of Sør-Hålogaland.

The church building contains 380 seats and remains under the administration of Narvik kirkelige fellesråd, continuing regular parish services for the local congregation.

During World War II in 1940, the church endured combat damage but underwent repairs in 1947, demonstrating its resilience through historical challenges.

Location: Narvik Municipality

Inception: 1842

Architects: Ingebrigt Julin

Made from material: wood

Operator: Narvik kirkelige fellesråd

GPS coordinates: 68.42100,17.37880

Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:36