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Olaus Petrikyrkan

Address
Armfeltsgatan 2
Municipality
Stockholms stad
Denomination
Church of Sweden
Associated diocese
Diocese of Stockholm

Olaus Petrikyrkan houses the parish's diaconal reception. It is also where much of the parish's youth work takes place, and the building offers open pre-school activities and baby massage.

History

Olaus Petrikyrkan, also known as OP, was inaugurated in 1959, is located in Gärdet, and takes its name from "Sweden's Luther", Olaus Petri. The church was designed by Peter Celsing and forms the northern part of a curved terrace of residential buildings. One of the church's notable features is the font, made from a single piece of green Ekeberg marble. The font weighs approximately 1.5 tonnes and is shaped like an egg. Do also take a look at the ceiling painting in the church, created by professor Olle Nyman. Visit Olaus Petrikyrkan on the city walk! Contact the parish office, 08-442 51 00, if you would like to visit the church.

Olaus Petrikyrkan, also known as OP, was inaugurated in 1959, is located in Gärdet, and takes its name from "Sweden's Luther", Olaus Petri. The church was designed by Peter Celsing and forms the northern part of a curved terrace of residential buildings. One of the church's notable features is the font, made from a single piece of green Ekeberg marble. The font weighs approximately 1.5 tonnes and is shaped like an egg. Do also take a look at the ceiling painting in the church, created by professor Olle Nyman. Visit Olaus Petrikyrkan on the city walk.

The church interior was open for prayer, candle-lighting and private devotion Monday to Friday 09.00-16.00. A warm welcome!

Opening hours

Opening hours have not been confirmed for the current date. This does not mean the church is closed.

Olaus Petrikyrkan is closed between 8 June and 2 September.

Check access with the parish before travelling. Services and seasonal changes can affect visits.

Contact & official information

Hedvig Eleonora och Oscars församling

Hedvig Eleonora och Oscars församling

Olaus Petrikyrkan

Olaus Petrikyrkan houses the parish's diaconal reception. It is also where much of the parish's youth work takes place, and the building offers open pre-school activities and baby massage.

Armfeltsgatan 2

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