Borgund Stave Church
Lærdal, Norway
Located in Lærdal, the Borgund Stave Church is a cultural property dating from the 12th century. It is constructed from pine and ore-pine and is associated with the Church of Norway. As one of the most looked-up sights in Norway, the building is maintained under cultural heritage preservation standards.
Planning a visit
The summer months, specifically June through August, offer the warmest weather for a visit, with daily highs ranging from 14 °C to 17 °C. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, with highs frequently at -4 °C. Rain occurs frequently throughout the year, with roughly 18 to 24 rainy days in any given month, so visitors should plan for wet conditions regardless of the season.
The closest airport is Sogndal Airport, Haukåsen, located 38 km away, while the major hub at Bergen Airport is 164 km away. From Oslo, the site is 204 km. Visitors can combine a trip here with visits to the Urnes Stave Church, 38 km away, or Nærøyfjord, located 49 km away. The church is open Monday through Sunday from 09:30 to 17:00. Admission is 80 kr for adults and 60 kr for students and children. The site does not provide wheelchair access.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 17 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | -4 | -3 | -1 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 5 | -1 | -4 |
| Average low, °C | -8 | -8 | -6 | -2 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 5 | -1 | -6 | -8 |
| Rainfall, mm | 92 | 70 | 62 | 40 | 46 | 68 | 87 | 95 | 87 | 90 | 80 | 78 |
| Rainy days | 23 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 24 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
