• The first church at Hopperstad was likely a small, wooden stave church that was built during the mid-11th century, possibly around the year 1060.
  • During its long life, Hopperstad Stave Church has experienced both periods of decline and a wonderful restoration in the 1880’s by the architect Peter Blix.
  • The Hopperstad Stave Church today resides in a very appropriate area of the U.S. since it serves as a symbol of the Norwegian heritage in the Red River Valley.
  • Hopperstad Stave Church is one of the oldest -- older than the Borgund Stave Church. The architecture is wonderful and it has been well preserved.
  • During its long life, Hopperstad Stave Church has both suffered periods of neglect and experienced a wonderful revival in the 1880s.
  • The Hopperstad Stave Church is an impressive structure combining centuries old wooden church architecture from Norway with modern building techniques.
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  • In summer you can join a guided “tour” in Hopperstad Stave Church. Season: See Hopperstad Stave Church website for season and opening hours.
  • Hopperstad Stave Church (Norwegian: Hopperstad stavkyrkje) is a stave church near Vikøyri in the municipality of Vik in Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway.
  • During its long life, Hopperstad Stave Church has both suffered periods of neglect and experienced a wonderful revival in the 1880s.
  • Hopperstad stave church was built around 1130 and is one of the oldest stave churches in Norway. The church is a triple nave design with 3 portals.