Gjesvær Chapel

The white wooden chapel stands on Magerøya island's western end, featuring a functional architectural design that accommodates 70 people for religious services.

Following the destruction of all buildings in Gjesvær during World War II by German forces in 1944, the chapel was constructed in 1960 as part of community rebuilding.

The chapel functions as an annex within the Nordkapp parish, supporting the Diocese of Nord-Hålogaland and maintaining Norwegian Lutheran traditions in the fishing community.

Located at 71 degrees north latitude, the chapel maintains regular services and gatherings for the local population of approximately 130 residents.

The chapel overlooks Gjesværstappan Nature Reserve, where 2 million seabirds, including 1 million puffins, nest annually in one of northern Europe's largest colonies.

Location: Nordkapp Municipality

Inception: 1960

GPS coordinates: 71.10021,25.37636

Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:42