Explore Djurgården Church

Royal Djurgården is filled with museums, attractions, restaurants and beautiful nature. But did you know that there is also a small white wooden church here, located between Gröna Lund and Skansen? Djurgården Church (Djurgårdskyrkan) is part of the Oscar’s congregation and is also their oldest church, built in 1828.

The church here at Djurgården was used as a school for a long time, but in the beginning, services were being held here. During 1830s, the building was used as a cholera hospital and was threatened with demolition and sale in the coming decades. However, since 1880, it has been used exclusively as a church for services and activities organized by the congregation.

Today, Djurgården Church is a vibrant place, filled with community and regular visitors. Services are held every Sunday and afterwards, church coffee is served in the Churchs upper floor. The church is also a beloved venue for baptisms, weddings and funerals.

Altarpiece by Prince Eugen

Djurgården Church offers art lovers an experience through temporary art exhibitions showcasing: everything from paintings, to photographs and textile art. Another thing the church is famous for is the beautiful altar piece, a gift from Prince Eugen, who painted it himself.

The church is a very lively place, and during the summer, a garden café is open with coffee, pastries, and waffles. Of course, a lot happens around and during all the holidays. Especially in December and around Christmas, there are Advent services with atmospheric music.

Mark down December 10 in your calendar when Friends of Djurgården Church arrange a small Christmas Market with homemade bread, pastries, and cookies. On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, there are also Christmas prayers and New Year’s prayers, providing an opportunity to take a break during the Christmas and New Year celebrations and experience the beautiful wooden church here at Djurgården.

A Place for Everyone

Djurgårdskyrkan welcomes everyone, young and old. If you just want to come in to warm up and sit down for a while, maybe light a candle, you are always welcome.