• Borgund Stave Church (Norwegian: Borgund stavkyrkje) is a former parish church initially of the Catholic Church and later the Church of Norway in Lærdal Municipality...
  • Borgund Stave Church was purchased in 1877 by the National Trust of Norway (Fortidsminneforeningen) thereby saving it from demolition.
  • Borgund Stave Church is particularly notable for its remarkable preservation, making it one of Norway’s most well-preserved stave churches.
  • The most distinctive stave church in Norway, Borgund Stave Church is a medieval masterpiece with the only free-standing stave bell tower in Norway.
  • As part of a group of Australian scouts traveling from Sogn to Hamar on 12 July 2023, we decided to swing by the Borgund Stave Church.
  • Most distinctive Stave Church in Norway Borgund Stave Church in Lærdal was built around 1180 and is dedicated to the Apostle Andrew.
  • Remarkably well-preserved despite enduring centuries of harsh Nordic elements, Borgund Stave Church stands as a living relic, echoing tales of the past.
  • Borgund Stave Church is the best preserved of Norwegian stave churches. The church is open to the public: During the period 1. May to 30.
  • Built roughly between 1180 and 1250, Borgund Stave Church has what is known as a basilica layout, and it has several tiered, overhanging roofs.
  • Borgund Stave Church. The 12th century church is a masterpiece of Norwegian medieval architecture and has a unique atmosphere.