Vatnås church

Vatnås church is a wooden building in Sigdal with a rectangular nave and a straight chancel positioned at the eastern end. The interior contains preserved furniture from the 17th century, including pieces crafted by Christopher Ridder.

The church was built in 1690 and underwent major modifications in the 1730s when the old chancel was removed and replaced with a new cruciform design. These alterations significantly changed the building's original structure.

The interior walls display original paint from 1679, which remained hidden under layers until restoration work revealed them again in 1948.

The church is accessible during services and is located in a rural area easily reached on foot. It is best to check ahead for service times, as this is when you can visit most conveniently.

According to local tradition, the site was chosen after King Olav spotted water flowing from a rock during a hunting expedition. This legend connects a royal moment with the founding of this sacred place.

Location: Sigdal

GPS coordinates: 59.96028,9.61472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26