Linköping Cathedral

Cathedral Linkoping, Ostergotland County, Sweden

What to expect

Linköping Cathedral is a well-preserved medieval cathedral and one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Scandinavia. The cathedral has a long history, with the present building being around 800 years old. It features a mix of architectural styles, including English and German influences, and has undergone several extensions and renovations over the centuries. The cathedral has a high, luminous vault and a sense of spaciousness, making it a great place to visit for those seeking a moment of tranquility or wanting to explore its rich history and architecture. The cathedral is also home to several notable artworks, including a magnificent crucifix from the 1300s and a bronze baptismal font from the 1400s

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Five tips for museums and historical attractions in Linköping

Five tips for museums and historical attractions in Linköping
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Linköping Cathedral. We admired the 'vackra konstverk, vävnader, fönster och tavlor'. We learned about its history and saw the Dopfunten and Mariafönstret

Highlights: We were impressed by the cathedral. It has a 'spännande historia'. The 'mäktigt' building with 'vackra konstverk' was a highlight. We did not require an entry ticket ✨