Uppsala Domkyrka
Uppsala Domkyrka
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Pblue2001
Renton, WA33 contributions
Aug 2021
Very nice walk from the hotel and central train station. Easy to walk through and great displays of tombs. A tour group also sang while they were there. The rings on the ground for opening the tombs in the floor you had to watch for tripping hazard . Disappointed that the MUSEUM GUSTAVIANUM where they performed autopsy was closed.
Written 19 August 2021
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Ann C
Nashville, TN3,335 contributions
July 2023
We were lucky as the day we visited a free concert was about to start and we were able to stay and enjoy it.
The building was completed in 1435 but the spires and interior (gothic) were not completed until the late 19th C. This cathedral has the longest nave in Scandinavia.
Close to the entrance is the tomb of Carl Linnaeus, the scientist, the father of modern botany.
There is a chapel that was originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary that was later renovated to hold the tomb of King Gustar Vasa...outside of the chapel is a strange/poorly done wax statue of Mary.
The building was completed in 1435 but the spires and interior (gothic) were not completed until the late 19th C. This cathedral has the longest nave in Scandinavia.
Close to the entrance is the tomb of Carl Linnaeus, the scientist, the father of modern botany.
There is a chapel that was originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary that was later renovated to hold the tomb of King Gustar Vasa...outside of the chapel is a strange/poorly done wax statue of Mary.
Written 18 August 2023
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RYC88
Centreville, VA1,310 contributions
July 2023 • Couples
It is a lovely cathedral and even though it's the tallest in Scandinavia, it does seem a little small inside. The decorations with stenciling and painting on all the walls was so delicate and beautiful. It doesn't take long to see everything inside, but it's worth a short stroll around. Plus, there are runestones all around the outside that date from 900 and 1,000.
Written 20 July 2023
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Alexandre C
Pocos de Caldas, MG410 contributions
July 2024 • Solo
Muito bonita, e de grande importância para a Igreja Luterana da Suécia.
A catedral é visível de diversas partes da cidade, e a visita interna também pode valer bem a pena.
Very beautiful, and of great importance for the Lutheran Church in Sweden.
The cathedral is visible from different parts of the city, and a visit inside can also be well worth it.
A catedral é visível de diversas partes da cidade, e a visita interna também pode valer bem a pena.
Very beautiful, and of great importance for the Lutheran Church in Sweden.
The cathedral is visible from different parts of the city, and a visit inside can also be well worth it.
Written 25 July 2024
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Bi-coaster
Bradenton, FL1,289 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
The Uppsala Cathedral is striking and dominates the city skyline at various points. We did not happen to go inside it, but took many photos of it from several different perspectives. The two spires are especially handsome and, it’s worth walking around the building to appreciate its historic architecture.
Written 30 August 2024
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mbc421
Toronto, Canada1,018 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
The bigger question is this: “should I make a special trip from Stockholm to see this cathedral?”
While the Domkyrka is all the glowing superlatives, tallest in Scandinavia, and burial site of Swedish kings, unless you love cathedrals or are in Uppsala already, I would not make a special trip from Stockholm outside of summer months.
I was here in February and the must-see museum across from the church was closed for renovations. The locally famous botanical garden was also closed for the winter. The cathedral was really nice, and there is a rather decent shopping street, yet there were not a lot of other supporting “must-sees” to make this 45 minute trek and train ticket from Stockholm worthwhile, even on a nice winter day.
While the Domkyrka is all the glowing superlatives, tallest in Scandinavia, and burial site of Swedish kings, unless you love cathedrals or are in Uppsala already, I would not make a special trip from Stockholm outside of summer months.
I was here in February and the must-see museum across from the church was closed for renovations. The locally famous botanical garden was also closed for the winter. The cathedral was really nice, and there is a rather decent shopping street, yet there were not a lot of other supporting “must-sees” to make this 45 minute trek and train ticket from Stockholm worthwhile, even on a nice winter day.
Written 24 February 2020
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KTLund
Lund, Sweden573 contributions
May 2020
It was a relief to find the cathedral open during a difficult time. I walked around without really knowing what I was looking at and found the brochures in several languages on the way out, next to the gift shop. I would suggest they be moved closer to the entrance or into the church.
A very friendly man in the gift shop suggested I visit the treasury which contains very old textiles and gold and silver objects. The descriptions are available in Swedish, English and German.
Since many things were closed, it was nice to have the cathedral open.
Unfortunately, the cafe closed early and I missed my fika.
A very friendly man in the gift shop suggested I visit the treasury which contains very old textiles and gold and silver objects. The descriptions are available in Swedish, English and German.
Since many things were closed, it was nice to have the cathedral open.
Unfortunately, the cafe closed early and I missed my fika.
Written 9 May 2020
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Sebas M
Buenos Aires, Argentina124 contributions
June 2023 • Solo
Already from outside, the cathedral is impressive and beautiful - you can see it from pretty much everywhere. And when you go inside, it is as impressive. Considering it is really close to Stockholm, if you are there, you should really consider a visit not only to Uppsala, but to the Cathedral.
Written 8 July 2023
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Ali Sadeghi
Uppsala, Sweden130 contributions
July 2022
It is one of the oldest churches in the world. It is very beautiful with a rich history. I highly recommend to visit this place. it is the the tallest church building in Scandinavia. it is located in the center of city and near the river.
Written 8 April 2023
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Jeff K
Pittsburgh, PA2,259 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
One of the most beautiful churches I’ve seen. It’s worth visiting just to see the stained glass windows. There are a number of notable people buried here including a king and a saint, as well.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Written 10 September 2022
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Hej! Gudstjänsten kl 11 på söndagar tar ca 90 minuter. Vänliga hälsningar Johan, Uppsala domkyrka.
Written 19 June 2019
hi, i have a very very old photograph of the pointed wooden structure shown in your photograph with the Cathedral in the background. it may have been taken in 1907. at this time the structure is in a field! and has a ladder to the first floor. i have often wondered what the building was and what it was used for. on the photograph it refers to Upsala was that an old way of spelling it your city? if you can help i would be grateful. Geoff Woodcock . London.
Written 26 March 2015
I wasn't the one that posted a photograph. Sorry I can't help
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Written 29 March 2015
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