Hubertus · CC BY-SA 3.0 Why visit
Østerlars Church is a useful Bornholm stop for travellers interested in religious sites. Bornholm's largest round church, combining a circular medieval form with wall paintings and defensive associations. The experience centres on Circular church form, Medieval wall paintings, Historic churchyard. Its location around Østerlars gives it a clear role in a regional itinerary, adding a specific historical, cultural or natural experience without requiring a detour simply to increase the number of stops.
What you will see
- Circular church form.
- Medieval wall paintings.
- Historic churchyard.
History
The medieval church belongs to the distinctive group of round churches that characterise Bornholm's religious landscape.
Photographs
Hubertus · CC BY-SA 3.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.
Visitor tips
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Access varies across the site; check the official accessibility information for the intended visitor route before travel.
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Check the official source shortly before travel for current access, opening, transport and booking information.
About Bornholm
Granite coast, medieval ruins, round churches, beaches, forest and the offshore Ertholmene islands.
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