Råde Church

This monumental medieval church was built at the end of the 12th century, in Romanesque style, like most of the other medieval churches in Østfold. The church is east-west oriented, in accordance with the tradition in the Middle Ages. Apart from this, the church has gone through many changes since the 12th century: a fire caused by lightning lead to significant reparations. Later on, the local people complained that the church felt dark and cold, which lead to closing of the original entrance on the north side, along with more windows being carved out. The altar piece was made by Knut Billedsnider, and is dated 1638. By the church, there is a sign with more information, in addition to a map showing the pilgrim trail through Råde.

Photo: Riksantikvaren/Bård Langvandslien