The Rose church

We’re now arriving in Stordal, and just ahead you’ll see the beautiful Rose Church, one of the village’s most famous landmarks. The church was built in 1789 and is renowned for its detailed rose-painted decorations and carved motifs, created by local craftsmen and artists. It’s often described as a wooden work of art — a testament to a time when both faith and craftsmanship stood strong in the fjord communities. Inside, you can see biblical scenes and colorful patterns covering the walls, galleries, and ceiling. Many consider the Rose Church to be one of the most beautiful churches on the Sunnmøre coast. It reminds us how rich the cultural life once was — even in small, remote villages far from the larger cities.