Ålesund Church
Ålesund kirke
A stone church completed in 1909 after the great fire; its interior murals and stained-glass windows represent the decorative arts of the Art Nouveau era.
Ålesund Church was completed in 1909 to replace the old church destroyed by the fire. Its exterior is rugged stone, while the interior is covered with decorative murals painted by the artist Enevald Thømt. The stained-glass windows are said to have been a gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany in thanks for his help with the rebuilding after the disaster. The church stands on Kirkegata on the west side of the old town and can be reached on foot. In summer it is usually open during the day; at other times, check the service schedule.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 10:00–16:00; otherwise per church announcements
Nearby sights
- Ålesund Fishery Museum
- Jugendstilsenteret (Art Nouveau Centre)
- Molja Lighthouse
- Brosundet
- Ålesund Art Nouveau Town
- Aalesunds Museum
- Mount Aksla (Fjellstua)
- Sukkertoppen