The Viking Herald

The Garmo Stave Church, originally built in the mid-12th century, was relocated and meticulously reconstructed at Maihaugen after being purchased by a local dentist in 1888.

How a Viking chieftain and a modern dentist shaped the story of Garmo Stave Church

The next on our list of deep dives into those medieval wonders that are stave churches is the one in Garmo. Or is it in Garmo? Despite its ancient origins, it is now part of one of the most visited tourist attractions in Norway.

2 years ago — Culture and religion

Garmo stavkyrkje

How a Viking chieftain and a modern dentist shaped the story of Garmo Stave Church