Old Aker Church
Old Aker Church
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Oslo's oldest church, dating to 1100 AD.
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Aqua_Uomo
Toronto, Canada8,107 contributions
Sept 2016 • Solo
I found it by mistake, i was actually follow the map showing an area with 'Old wooden houses" and the road through that beautiful area that led me straight to it.
The church itself has no very much to offer, old castle looking building, simple but robust, the age makes sit special but its setting, the surroundings and the cemetery behind it actually made it a hidden gem that should be discoverer.
It is a little off from the tourist centre and it is a long way up the hill but definitely worth the effort. The area is beautiful, see my pictures.
From Oslo Cathedral (Oslo Domkirke) go straight North and take Akesgata and Akersveien, you will pass by another small and nice church (Hellige Olga) and its large cemetery and you will find the Aker Church and the Aker area with old houses at the end of the road. enjoy!
The church itself has no very much to offer, old castle looking building, simple but robust, the age makes sit special but its setting, the surroundings and the cemetery behind it actually made it a hidden gem that should be discoverer.
It is a little off from the tourist centre and it is a long way up the hill but definitely worth the effort. The area is beautiful, see my pictures.
From Oslo Cathedral (Oslo Domkirke) go straight North and take Akesgata and Akersveien, you will pass by another small and nice church (Hellige Olga) and its large cemetery and you will find the Aker Church and the Aker area with old houses at the end of the road. enjoy!
Written 1 October 2016
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EllenChr
Oslo, Norway2,608 contributions
This church is one of the oldes buildings in Oslo. The northeren wall is more than a meter thick to keep away evil forces. The calm atmosphere in the church makes it a place for contemplation even though you're not a believer. The view from the church yard is fantastic. It's well worth the visite.
Written 30 December 2011
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Jan Š
27 contributions
Sept 2017
Restoring of this church isn't good, but old spirit is there. It's opened only on thursday 16 - 18 pm!
Written 10 September 2017
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TravelcrazyAntwerp
Schoten, Belgium1,210 contributions
May 2019
Old Aker Church dates from around 1100 AD., and was visited by pilgrims in medieval times.
The church is situated on top of Aker hill, at the end of Telthusbakken street, which is a charming 260 meter long cobblestoned street full of inhabited colourful wooden houses dating from the 18th and 19th century.
My husband and I walked up to Aker church from the Historical museum, visiting Damstredet street and the Var Frelsers Gravlund graveyard where the painter Edvard Munch is buried underway.
It is a peaceful, charming and quiet neighbourhood, ideal for a stroll.
You can also take bus 54 from Wessels Plass (downtown) to stop Telthusbakken in Maridalsveien street, and walk uphill through Telthusbakken street to Aker church
From the top of the Telthusbakken street it's only a 50 meter walk to the charming Old Aker Church, which wasn't open at the time of our visit.
We can really recommend a walk in this quiet and charming neighbourhood.
The church is situated on top of Aker hill, at the end of Telthusbakken street, which is a charming 260 meter long cobblestoned street full of inhabited colourful wooden houses dating from the 18th and 19th century.
My husband and I walked up to Aker church from the Historical museum, visiting Damstredet street and the Var Frelsers Gravlund graveyard where the painter Edvard Munch is buried underway.
It is a peaceful, charming and quiet neighbourhood, ideal for a stroll.
You can also take bus 54 from Wessels Plass (downtown) to stop Telthusbakken in Maridalsveien street, and walk uphill through Telthusbakken street to Aker church
From the top of the Telthusbakken street it's only a 50 meter walk to the charming Old Aker Church, which wasn't open at the time of our visit.
We can really recommend a walk in this quiet and charming neighbourhood.
Written 29 August 2019
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julia m
long island, new york159 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
Gamle Aker kirke is not only the oldest standing building in Oslo (circa 1150 AD) but also is still a functioning church. And, unlike other historic churches in Norway, it doesn’t demand an expensive ticket to enter. The doors are open for anyone who wants to (quietly) view its austere but quite beautiful interior. We were lucky to chance upon an organ concert when we visited. The grounds are lovely as well, and that along with the adjacent cemetery would make for a peaceful, contemplative walk in the spring or summer.
Written 18 March 2019
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chloe_Canada
Ottawa, Canada33 contributions
Oct 2017 • Solo
located in a residential area, the walk to the church is pretty nice, you can get lost in little paths around the community gardens. close by there is also the oldest street in Oslo, Damstredet.
Written 10 October 2017
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Trish B
Kingscliff, Australia50 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
This church is off the beaten track, however well worth the effort. With limited opening hours, if you want to view the interior of the church, you should check before you go. The history of the church dates back to approximately 1150, is built of limestone and features well preserved paintings and stained glass. The cemetery behind the church is also worth exploring as it is immaculately maintained.
Written 19 December 2016
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BartLasVegas_Nevada
Henderson, NV310 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
Worth a visit to the church grounds and the nearby cemetery which contains the graves of some of Norway's most famous inhabitants
Written 8 August 2015
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EmmaRLB
Windsor, UK102 contributions
May 2014 • Solo
As other reviewers have said, this church is such a calm place to visit. The church itself is very interesting, though I was surprised and taken aback by the beautiful view at the back of the church! Granted, the church is very high up (beware of the steep climb getting up there!), but I hadn't expected to be able to see anything. Definitely recommend a visit if you have some free time in Oslo.
Written 13 June 2014
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permia
Ireland64,714 contributions
June 2022
A treasured place of worship, still extant from its completion in the mid 1100s. In the Romanesque style, it is surmised that it was built by King Olav.
It has been restored a number of times during the long centuries, and today is very impressive. It is the starting point for the Pilgrim Route to Trondheim. While visiting chatted to some people starting off on that long and holy trek.
Surrounded by a cemetery with headstones a number of them quite old. In the grounds is a lovely sculpture of a woman with head bowed and holding a garland of flowers.
It has been restored a number of times during the long centuries, and today is very impressive. It is the starting point for the Pilgrim Route to Trondheim. While visiting chatted to some people starting off on that long and holy trek.
Surrounded by a cemetery with headstones a number of them quite old. In the grounds is a lovely sculpture of a woman with head bowed and holding a garland of flowers.
Written 1 July 2022
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sorry to take so long to answer...I believe like most churches it is open at all times...enjoy your peak
Written 19 July 2017
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