Sunds Kyrka - Sund, Aland Islands
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Walking Boots
N 60° 14.956 E 020° 06.803
34V E 450920 N 6679501
Sund's church is Aland's largest stone church and was built in the latter part of the 13th century.
Waymark Code: WM18KEE
Location: Aland Islands
Date Posted: 08/17/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member pmaupin
Views: 1

Sund's church is Aland's largest stone church and was built in the latter part of the 13th century.

Sund's church is surrounded by a cemetery and is located by the lake Västra Kyrksundet. The building style of the church is very similar to the churches on Gotland. The church was extended in several stages. In the 1300s, the church tower was extended.

Inside the church you can see several church paintings from the 14th century depicting various saints.

Sund´s Church belongs to the denomination The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland, which is the official name of Finland's largest religious community.
Active Church: Yes

School on property: No

Date Built: 01/01/1275

Service Times: 10am

Website: [Web Link]

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