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The church was built in three stages, the first stage in 1619. Later, as the church grew too small, one of the short walls was sawn out in order to lengthen the church. This explains its unusual shape. Inside, the church has many beautiful painted decorations of prophets, angels and flowers. The pulpit and the altarpiece were decorated by the church artist Godtfred Hendtzchel.

In order to differentiate the parishoners' varying wealth and position, the first pews were reserved for the wealthiest farms, elaborately decorated, with the name of these farms prominent.

Schedule

Summer open (1st June-15th September)

Weekdays:
10:00–18:00
Saturday:
10:00–18:00
Sunday:
10:00–18:00

Guide available (9th July-6th August)

Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
12:00–16:00
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

Contact

Address:
  • Kyrkjebøen 28
  • 4137 ÅRDAL I RYFYLKE
Phone:
404 39 240
Email:
postmottak@hjelmeland.kommune.no
Website:
www.hjelmeland.kommune.no

Facilities

Parking:
Season:
  • Summer

Where is Årdal Old Church (Årdal gamle kyrkje) in Hjelmeland?