Lom stavkyrkje

Church Historic Norwegian stave church with medieval wooden architecture

The medieval Lom stave church sits on the edge of Lom village and draws architecture enthusiasts for carved portals, historic timber construction and proximity to Jotunheimen mountain trails.

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Lom stave church (Lom stavkyrkje) is a medieval wooden stave church in the village of Lom in Innlandet county, Norway, with its main fabric dating to the 12th century. It is recognised as one of Norway’s significant and well-preserved stave churches.

The building displays characteristic vertical stave construction, complex joinery and decorated wooden portals. The interior retains medieval fittings and later historic additions; the church continues to be used for services while also attracting visitors interested in medieval Norwegian timber architecture.

The present church was constructed in the Middle Ages and has undergone repairs and conservation work in later centuries to preserve its timber structure. It has served as the local parish church for centuries and forms part of Norway’s national heritage of stave churches.

The church stands in the Ottadalen valley in Lom municipality, close to mountain routes and national parks in central southern Norway, and is accessible from regional roads serving the area.

  • Architecture: One of Norway's larger medieval stave churches, notable for its well-preserved timber construction and carved portals.
  • Visitor access: Remains an active parish church and a heritage site with seasonal visitor access and guided information in summer months.
Lom stavkyrkje
Lom, Innlandet, Norway
61.8398, 8.5661
Seasonal opening (summer months) with limited hours; check local parish for exact times

How to Get to Lom stavkyrkje #

Lom is accessible by road (E6 and local roads) and is well-signposted from nearby towns such as Otta and Vågå. The stave church is in or near the village center; local signage and parish offices can confirm visiting hours.

Tips for Visiting Lom stavkyrkje #

  • The stave church is a fragile heritage structure-photography is usually allowed but avoid touching carved surfaces.
  • Combine a visit with the nearby Lom village and its open-air museum to get context about local rural life.

Best Time to Visit Lom stavkyrkje #

Best in summer when the church and local museums are open; winter visits are atmospheric but require planning.

Summer
June-August · 5-18°C
Stave churches are typically open to visitors and nearby trails are accessible.
Winter
December-March · -10-0°C
Remote and quiet; many facilities close-check ahead with the parish.

Weather & Climate near Lom stavkyrkje #

Climate

Lom stavkyrkje's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 18°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.5h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
17.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
18.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 52 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
18.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.1h daylight

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