Näshulta Church
Södermanlands län
Näshulta Church is a historic church building located by the shore of Näshultasjön in Eskilstuna municipality, Södermanlands län, Sweden. Originally constructed in the 12th century, the church underwent expansions in the late 13th or early 14th century, including the addition of a vaulted ceiling. A brick vault was installed in the 16th century. During 1673–1678, the church was remodeled to include the current choir and sacristy, addressing capacity needs. The church features a wooden open bell tower built in 1789, situated on a hill north of the church. Architecturally, the church comprises a nave with a straight eastern choir and a lower, narrower sacristy to the north, all topped with tarred shingle gable roofs. The interior houses notable artifacts such as a 12th-century sandstone baptismal font, a hexagonal oak baptismal font from the late 17th century, and a pulpit crafted by Per Wilhelm Palmroth in 1811. The altarpiece, donated in 1789, is by an unknown artist. A remarkable gravestone monument by Flemish sculptor Nicolaes Millich commemorates Knut Kurck and his wife Barbro Dag och Natt, relocated here in 1704. The church also preserves silver treasures donated and crafted from the 17th to 18th centuries, including a silver pitcher gifted by Brita Gylta in 1644. Näshulta Church remains an active parish church offering spiritual services and community events, blending centuries of history with ongoing religious life.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Näshulta Church is during spring and summer when the surrounding nature and lake views are at their most beautiful. Visitors interested in history and architecture should consider joining guided tours if available. Check the parish website or contact the church in advance for service times and special events. While the church does not charge entrance fees, donations are appreciated. Photographs inside may be restricted during services.
Faits intéressants
- •The church's baptismal font dates back to the 12th century and is carved from sandstone.
- •A gravestone monument by Flemish sculptor Nicolaes Millich commemorates Knut Kurck and his wife and was relocated to Näshulta Church in 1704.
- •The wooden open bell tower near the church was built in 1789 and remains a distinctive feature.
- •Silver artifacts in the church include a 1644 silver pitcher made partly from melted-down silver from old family chests.
- •The church's pulpit was crafted by Per Wilhelm Palmroth and installed in 1811.
Histoire
Näshulta Church was originally built in the 12th century and expanded in the late 13th or early 14th century with the addition of a vaulted ceiling.
In the 16th century, a brick vault was installed.
During 1673–1678, the church was remodeled to add the current choir and sacristy, addressing the growing congregation's needs.
A wooden open bell tower was erected in 1789 on a hill north of the church.
The church has undergone several restorations, notably a thorough renovation in 1905-1906 led by builder Johan August Eklund.
Over the centuries, the church has preserved many historical artifacts and silver items, reflecting the local noble families' contributions and the parish's rich heritage.
Guide du lieu
Nave and Choir12th century and 1673–1678
The main body of the church consists of a nave with a straight-ended choir to the east, representing medieval church architecture with later modifications from the 17th century.
Wooden Open Bell Tower1789
An open wooden bell tower built in 1789 stands on a hill north of the church, offering a distinctive architectural element separate from the main building.
12th-Century Sandstone Baptismal Font12th century
An original baptismal font carved from sandstone dating back to the church's initial construction period in the 12th century.
Pulpit by Per Wilhelm Palmroth1811
The current pulpit was crafted and installed in 1811 by the renowned craftsman Per Wilhelm Palmroth, reflecting early 19th-century ecclesiastical art.
Gravestone Monument of Knut Kurck and Barbro Dag och Natt1704 (relocation)
A monument made in Antwerp by Flemish sculptor Nicolaes Millich, originally intended for another church but relocated here in 1704, commemorates the noble couple.
