Welcome to
Södra Råda timmerkyrka
... that disappeared and reappeared
Södra Råda timmerkyrka, a place steeped in history and tradition, suffered a tragic fire in 2001 that destroyed a priceless cultural heritage. However, this loss has given us the opportunity to rebuild the church using medieval methods and create something new, beautiful and meaningful.
Visit us
In an idyllic and historic cultural landscape you will find Södra Råda timmerkyrka. Here you can find more information on how to get here and what you might want to know before your visit. Read more here
Historic Södra Råda
The historic wooden church of Södra Råda, located on the spit between lakes Vänern and Skagern, was one of Sweden's most remarkable medieval monuments. It housed priceless medieval paintings from 1323 and 1494. Read more about it
Booking/Events
Don't miss out on some of our exciting activities in 2025. We have expert guides on site every weekend during June-August. Lectures, research and craft courses. Find out what's coming up on our events page. Find out more
Become an historic future builder!
Now it is possible for you to become part of Södra Rådas unique knowledge building. You can contribute to the chip production that started in 2011 and is still ongoing. Read more about it
Reconstruction
Craftsmanship research has made it possible to recreate the timber church with the unique trefoil vault ceiling, which attracts people from all over Europe. Visit us and learn more about this beautiful craftsmanship on site. Read more about it
Hire Södra Råda timmerkyrka
Are you looking for a different and magical place for your wedding, party or other event with links to the Middle Ages. Then you should hire Södra Råda timmerkyrka. For more information contact us.
Find Södra Råda timmerkyrka
Welcome to Södra Råda timmerkyrka in Gullspång municipality, where the Gullspång River with its salmon ladder forms the border between the counties of Västergötaland and Värmland.
The winding roads to Södra Råda are the foundations of a medieval route through the beautiful cultural landscape. Over the years, pilgrims on their way to Nidaros and travellers who wanted to avoid the dangerous Tived forests have walked these roads. In addition, there was perhaps (själastuga) soul shelter adjacent to Södra Råda old church, where hikers could get food and overnight accommodation?
More 'modern' directions are available under Visit us
More to see
We recommend that you try the popular Vänerleden cycle route, which goes around the EU's largest lake, and don't miss a visit to the medieval week of Hova Riddarvecka .
Find out more about what you can see and do in the area. Tips and links.