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57 67 88 40
41 50 35 16
Opening Times
| Season (18 May 2021 - 18 Sept 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
About
This stave church was one of the many stave churches that would have been lost but for the intervention of cultural conservationists, who managed to save it just in the nick of time. Hopperstad was built in 1130 and is, together with Urnes, the oldest stave church in existence.
During its long life, Hopperstad Stave Church has both suffered periods of neglect and experienced a wonderful revival in the 1880s. With the exception of the nave and the chancel, most of the church's interior had been removed. In 1881, the architect Peter Andreas Blix offered his services free of charge. The stave church was restored using other churches as models. The external gallery and ridge turret are clearly inspired by Borgund Stave Church.
For updated opening hours and prices: www.stavechurch.com
Season:
01. June – 30. September
Opening hours:
09:00 –16:00
Reservations for groups:
tlf. +47 57 69 52 70 (or +47 57 67 88 40)
e-mail: hopperstad@stavechurch.com
Prices
Adults NOK 80
Groups (min. 15)| pensioners NOK 70
Student/children over 5 yrs NOK 60
Family NOK 200
TripAdvisor
- Excellent68
- Very Good23
- Average2
- Poor0
- Terrible0
Recent Reviews:
- traveltheworld012Rochester, MinnesotaWonderful visit in the village of my ancestry.
Monday, 26th August 2019We were visiting Vik because my Great Grandmother grew up here on a nearby farm in the 1850s. Special interest was to visit here and explore the grave markers to see if I recognized any names... Read full review - 30Paul27Lisburn, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesSo quaint
Wednesday, 18th September 2019Was on trip with Go Fjords and came to Vik and visited this unique and quaint Church. Guided tour spoke of its history. Read full review - MainseagullCharlestown, Rhode IslandOur favorite Norwegian Stave CHurch.Friday, 25th October 2019We walked about 20 minutes from the fyord ferry dock, passing through the village centre. Hopperstad is located in a rural setting. Beautifully preserved. We were moved to find engravings, intact... Read full review
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adults | NOK80.00 per person |
| Children | NOK60.00 per person |
| Family ticket | NOK200.00 1 day |
| Senior citizens | NOK70.00 per person |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Map & Directions
Public Transport Directions
Car
Coming from the village centre turn right following the sign "Hopperstad stavkyrkje".
Facilities
General facilities
- outdoor parking - free
- toilet
Museums, Galleries and crafts
- guided tour by appointment
- guided tour during opening hours
Other services
- souvenirs
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