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Church · Olden, Vestland
Olden gamle kyrkje
The wooden church from 1759 in the centre of Olden, with white walls and a painted interior, antique pews and the cemetery facing the fjord, beside the new church.
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About Olden gamle kyrkje
The old church of Olden was built in 1759, in wood, in the village center, near the mouth of the river that descends from Oldedalen. It is a small, single-nave church with white exterior walls and a dark roof, and it replaced earlier churches on the same site, of medieval origin.
The interior preserves the period wooden pews with shutters, painted decoration with floral motifs, and the 18th-century pulpit and altar. Light comes through small windows, and the church has the simple village-church feel, without luxury, typical of rural churches in western Norway.
Since the end of the 20th century the parish has used a new church next door, and the old one is usually open in summer for visits and for concerts and weddings. The surrounding cemetery has old headstones and views over the fjord.
It is a few minutes' walk from the Olden quay, making it a short visit for those arriving by ship or passing on the way to Briksdal.
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 20 to 30 minutes.
Best time
From June to August, when the church is usually open for visits. Outside summer, check before you go.
How to get there
It is in the center of Olden, a few minutes' walk from the quay and the main road.
Tip
Combine it with a stroll through the village center and along the fjord shore before heading up the valley.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Olden gamle kyrkje
When was the old church of Olden built?
In 1759, in wood, on the site of older churches.
Is the church open to visitors?
It is usually open in summer. Check before you go.
Is it near the quay?
Yes, a few minutes on foot.
Is it still used?
For concerts and weddings; regular services have moved to the new church next door.