Hagested Church () is a

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parish church situated in the little village of Hagested, adjacent to Hagestedgård, between

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, some west of

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, Denmark.

History

Hagested Church was constructed in the second half of the 12th century. In 1540, Hagestedgård was ceded to Johan Friis in exchange for other land. On 16 September, Hagested was also ceded to him on condition that he would always see to it that the parish had a parish priest. In 1909, Hagested Church gained its independence.

Church frescos

Jacob Kornerup Jacob Kornerup (19 November 1825 – 9 March 1913) was a Danish archeologist and painter who is remembered above all for discovering and restoring medieval frescos in Danish churches.

Furnishings

The

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altarpiece is from the Late Gothic period. The pulpit is from c. 1659. There is a Romanesque baptismal font.

Churchyard

Notable burials in the churchyard include: * (17821865), military officer * (18791963), politician and editor

References

External links

Hagested Parish
{{Holbæk Municipality Churches in Holbæk Municipality 12th-century establishments in Denmark