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Church · Nuuk, Sermersooq
Church of Our Saviour
A mid-19th-century red wooden Lutheran church near the colonial harbour. It is Greenland’s cathedral and one of the most familiar images of the capital.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Church of Our Saviour
The Church of Our Saviour (Annaassisitta Oqaluffia) was built in 1848–49 in wood on high ground above the colonial harbour. The tower was added in 1884, and in 1994 the church became the cathedral of the Church of Greenland.
The building is small, with red walls and white windows, and a pointed tower that appears in almost every photo of old Nuuk. Inside, the space is simple, with wooden pews and the altar facing the fjord.
Next to it are the statue of Hans Egede, perched atop a hill, and the path that descends to the National Museum. Services are held in Greenlandic and, on some dates, in Danish.
When there is no service, the church usually opens for short periods: confirm before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About half an hour.
Best time
At dusk, when the low sun warms the wood’s color, or on a Sunday service to hear the hymns in Greenlandic.
How to get there
It stands above the colonial harbour, around a 10-minute walk from central Nuuk.
Tip
Respect services: enter quietly and do not photograph during celebrations.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Church of Our Saviour
When was Nuuk Cathedral built?
In 1848 and 1849, in wood; the tower dates from 1884. It has been a cathedral since 1994.
Can you visit Nuuk Cathedral?
Yes, when it is open and outside service times. Visiting hours vary: confirm before you go.
In what language are services at Nuuk Cathedral?
In Greenlandic and, on some occasions, in Danish.