Kalmar Cathedral
Kalmar domkyrka
A masterpiece of Swedish Baroque architecture, located on the Stortorget square and designed by court architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder.
Kalmar Cathedral was designed by Nicodemus Tessin the Elder and built between 1660 and 1703. Its Baroque style draws on Romanesque forms, with corner towers and a symmetrical facade. It is a leading example of early Baroque architecture in Northern Europe. The interior is bright, with an ornate altar and pulpit. The cathedral is located on the Stortorget, the Great Square of the Kvarnholmen old town, facing the town hall. Entry is free, and concerts are often held here.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–16:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Kvarnholmen & Stortorget
- Kalmar County Museum
- Kalmar Art Museum
- Kalmar Castle
- Öland Bridge
- Karlevi Runestone
- Öland Zoo & Amusement Park
- Gråborg