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Borgund Stave church

6888 Borgund

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374 reviews

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Built around 1180 and is dedicated to the Apostle Andrew. The church is exceptionally well preserved and is one of the most distinctive stave churches in Norway. Some of the finest features are the lavishly carved portals and the roof carvings of dragons's heads. The stavchurches are Norway's most important contribution to world architecture and Norway's oldest preserved timber buildings.
"UNIQUE VIKING FINDS" - new permanent exhibition opening 15th of May. Presenting Viking Finds.

VISITORS CENTRE - The Center offers exhibitions about the history of stave churches in Norway and their role in the Middle Ages. Restaurant, souvenir shop and quiet rom.

The King’s Road across Filefjell
Borgund Stavechurch is situated at The King’s Road across Filefjell. Combine a walk on Vindhellavegen with Sverrestigen for a splendid rounddtrip !(1.5 hour .
It is easy to reach Borgund stavechurch and The King’s Road across Filefjell by public transport (bus) from Lærdal. You can also rent a bike in Lærdal and bike to the church (25 km).

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Recent Reviews:

dafosta
Germany
Trip Type:
Solo travel
Trip A. Coordinates are wrong
Sunday, 14th July 2019
Dear travelers, be aware that the trip adviser GPS coordinates are wrong! The church can be found along the "historic route". Read full review
redsoxbernie
Tucson, Arizona
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
A beautiful stave church
Tuesday, 16th July 2019
When you exit the Borgund visitor's center you are greeted with the scene of this beautiful stave church. Wow...it is a wonder to behold from that distance. As you walk toward it, you can begin to... Read full review
ruthie1947
Nice, France
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Just wonderful. So.happy we managed to get there.
Wednesday, 17th July 2019
Norway is such a huge countries with long distances. But this is definitely worth it. Super young guide whose name I've forgotten. He could even speak quite good French. Thank you. Merci. If you... Read full review

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Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adults	NOK90.00 price / from-to
Children	NOK70.00 1 person
Family discounts	NOK220.00 price / from-to
Groups Min. 15 pax	NOK70.00 price / from-to
Senior citizens	NOK70.00 price / from-to
Students	NOK70.00 price / from-to

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Classification

Ancient monument

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food/refreshments
other times open by arrangement
restaurant
toilet

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