The Ruined Churches of Visby
For Listening
There are nineteen known ruined churches on the island of Gotland, twelve of which are in Visby. Of these, ten lie within the medieval city walls. There is always some magnificent ruin in front of you, behind you or just around the corner when you stroll along the cozy small streets of this old Hanseatic town. Take this walk to admire their beauty and listen to the stories behind them.
Holly Golightly Map
St. Karin: pray, sing or go ice-skating
St.Lars: the haunted ruin
St. Drotten: the church of the Holy Trinity and St.Olav
St.Olof: the ruin in the garden
St. Clemens: a testament to the skill of medieval stonemasons
Church of Holy Spirit
St.Gertrude: the tiniest church in Visby
St.Nicolai: the church of sailors and merchants