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Nederluleå Church

Built in the late fifteenth century, Nederluleå Church stands at the centre of Gammelstad’s more than four hundred church cottages. Religious services may affect access, so confirm visiting arrangements before setting out.

Narrow lane between wooden church cottages in Gammelstad.
Photo by Stephan Herz Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.5
The place

What makes it special

  • A church dating from the late fifteenth century.
  • More than four hundred church cottages cluster around it.
Nederluleå Church
Photo by Mirej Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
Nederluleå Church
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Nederluleå Church

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Elevated view of red church cottages clustered around Nederluleå Church in Gammelstad.

Gammelstad and the living use of its church cottages

From Luleå, Gammelstad reveals why hundreds of small cottages surround a medieval church and how to explore a heritage site that still has private owners and everyday uses.

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Profile updated: 07/10/2026