Hessdalen Church

Located at 710 meters above sea level, Hessdalen Church features traditional Norwegian architectural elements with a seating capacity of 186 people.

Construction of this parish church began in the 1930s following local residents' requests and experienced delays during World War II until its completion in 1942.

The interior contains historical elements including a pulpit from the old Ålen Church and an altarpiece from the 17th century originating from an Ålen stave church.

The church operates under the administration of Holtålen Municipality and serves the Hessdalen parish as part of the Gauldal deanery in the Diocese of Nidaros.

The church stands at coordinates 62°47'26.5"N and 11°10'52.7"E, making it a geographical reference point in the mountainous Norwegian landscape.

Location: Holtålen Municipality

Inception: 1940

Operator: Holtålen kirkelige fellesråd

GPS coordinates: 62.79070,11.18130

Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:56