Nykirken

The Nykirken, in Bergen

The Nykirken, or new church, is a pretty white church of Bergen, whose consecration name is the Church of the Holy Trinity. The Bergen audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this seventeenth-century sanctuary, built for the inhabitants of the peninsula of Nordnes.

The Church of the Holy Trinity

The small white church that you see now is the Nykirken, which means the new church. But, in reality, its consecration name is the Church of the Holy Trinity. It was built in 1621, at the beginning of the seventeenth century, for the inhabitants of the district of Nordnes, this peninsula that juts out between the port and the sea and that was then developing, its inhabitants having to previously go to other parishes of the town. The construction of this church allowed the community of Nordnes to have its own place of worship. Over the centuries, the building knew trials, notably fires, a recurrent scourge in this town largely built of wood, and was several times rebuilt or restored, which explains its current appearance. With its white façade, its bell tower and its sober and elegant appearance, it is characteristic of the Protestant religious architecture of the region. Inside, in a peaceful atmosphere conducive to contemplation, it keeps furniture and elements of the heritage. A Lutheran place of worship in the heart of Nordnes, it testifies to the spiritual life of the district. A historic sanctuary and a witness of the faith, the Nykirken is discovered with respect.

What to see

Here you discover, with respect, the pretty white church whose name means the new church, but whose consecration name is the Church of the Holy Trinity; built in 1621 for the inhabitants of the peninsula of Nordnes, several times tried by fires then rebuilt, its white façade and its sober appearance are characteristic of the Protestant architecture of the region. The Nykirken is a witness of the faith in Bergen. It is a stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

The Nykirken lies on the peninsula of Nordnes, in the centre of Bergen, reachable on foot. A place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Why was the Nykirken of Bergen built?

It was built in 1621 for the inhabitants of the district of Nordnes, this peninsula that was then developing and whose inhabitants had to previously go to other parishes; its name means the new church, but its consecration name is the Church of the Holy Trinity, and it was several times rebuilt after fires, a recurrent scourge in this town of wood.

Where is the Nykirken in Bergen?

On the peninsula of Nordnes, in the centre of Bergen, in Norway.