easy
5 hours
The tour involves gentle walking within churches and short walks between sites; a basic level of mobility is sufficient.
Discover Sweden's medieval church heritage on a half-day tour from Stockholm with Sweden History Tours. Visit centuries-old churches and marvel at rare frescoes and altar pieces on this seamless cultural journey.
5 Hours • All Ages • Departing from Stockholm
Explore Sweden's rich church history on a captivating half-day tour from Stockholm. Visit unique medieval churches dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, marvel at stunning frescoes and altar pieces, and learn about the country's conversion to Christianity. Enjoy convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off for a seamless experience.
5 Hours
Experience the Medieval churches with a knowledgeable guide. Experience the diverse, unique and still well equipped medieval churches close to Stockholm. Hear about one of the last countries getting converted during year 1000 until today. Every church we visits is carfully selected and have it's own story to tell. The ones on the tour dates back to 12th or 13th C. You will view medieval wooden winged altar pieces, medieval wall paintings and typical reformatic church room during this tour. You will of couse visit the churches with a knowledgeable, expert guide. The churches we visit are all unique and tells a lot about both after-reformatoric and medieval life and customs.
Watch unice preserved Medieval frescos from 15th C, mediveal alter pieces from 15th C and churches dating back to 12th C. At Vallentuna church you will see stone maste signatures from the church construction, you will also feel christian rune stones from 1000AD, look at beautiful late Medieval alter pieces and wooden crosses from the Medieval time.
Transportation from your central Stockholm hotel included.
You'll be walking inside old churches and on uneven surfaces, so sturdy footwear will enhance your comfort.
Weather near Stockholm can shift unexpectedly; a waterproof layer helps keep you comfortable during outdoor transfers.
Photography is often allowed, but flash and tripods might be prohibited inside churches—ask your guide first.
Some rural stops may have spotty reception; plan accordingly and enjoy unplugged moments.
Sweden’s conversion to Christianity around the 11th century was one of Europe’s last such transitions, reflected in the region’s medieval church architecture.
Preservation efforts focus on maintaining the original frescoes and woodwork, with controlled visitor access to reduce wear on fragile surfaces.
Supportive shoes enhance comfort on uneven floors inside historic churches.
Helps protect against spring showers during outdoor transfers.
spring specific
Capturing unique medieval frescoes and altar details is a highlight, but check restrictions.
Fall weather can vary, so layers keep you comfortable indoors and out.
fall specific