Alta Church, Religious heritage site in Bossekop, Alta, Norway
The white wooden church building stands near the Alta Fjord, featuring a traditional long church design with a capacity of 230 people.
The German army inflicted severe damage to the building in 1944, burning church benches, shattering windows, and destroying the electrical infrastructure.
The building remained the primary church for Alta municipality until 2013, when the Northern Lights Cathedral took over this central religious function.
The church structure received extensive renovations between 1946 and 1948, including updates to the electrical system and installation of heating in 1968.
Located at the head of Alta Fjord, the church building provides religious services during both the midnight sun period and northern lights season.
Location: Alta
Inception: 1858
GPS coordinates: 69.96460,23.25180
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:11
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