Nylars Church
Nylars Kirke
One of the best-preserved round churches, with a 13th-century mural on the central pillar depicting the story of Creation.
Nylars Church was built around 1150–1170 and is the best-preserved of the island's four round churches. It has a white circular main body topped by a conical roof, and its three-storey structure once served for defense and storage on the upper floors. Inside, the 13th-century murals on the central pillar depict the Creation and the expulsion from Eden, making them among the oldest murals in Denmark. Admission is free. It's about a 15-minute drive from Rønne and can be combined with the other round churches on a loop.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–18:00 (no visits during services)
Nearby sights
- Nyker Church (Ny Kirke)
- Lilleborg
- Ekkodalen
- NaturBornholm
- Bornholm Museum
- Rønne Old Town
- Almindingen
- Hasle Smokehouse