- Address: Storgata 94, 9008 Tromsø, Norway
- Contact phone: +47 77 68 42 77
- Website: katolsk.no
- Year of construction: 1861
The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Tromsø is the most northerly Catholic church in the world. There is no bombast in it, all the design is rather modest, and it is this simplicity that attracts visitors from abroad and believers of different nationalities.
Location:
The cathedral is located in the central part of the Norwegian city of Tromsø and is considered the cathedral of the prelature of the city.
History of the Cathedral
The church dates from the middle of the XIX century. In 1861 the cathedral was first opened to visitors. At first it was assumed that the church would become the residence of the bishop of the city, but later the plans changed, and the cathedral became just a parish church. Since the time of construction, the interior of the temple has undergone several changes. During the Second World War, the cathedral housed refugees from Finnmark. In 1867 it had a Catholic school. In mid-May 1969, a fire broke out in Tromsø, which caused serious damage to the church. However, after the incident, it was quickly restored to its former appearance.
One of the most significant events in the history of the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Tromsø is a pastoral visit in June 1989 of the Pope John Paul II. Nowadays the church is very visited by tourists, and its arrival is about 500 Tromsø believers, most of them are Norwegians, Poles and Filipinos.
What is interesting Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Tromso?
The cathedral looks very reserved. It is executed in the Neo-Gothic style, without bright colors and splendid luxury. There are many light tones in the exterior design, and there is an atmosphere of peace and quiet around the building. The interior of the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Tromsø is also very modest. White color is combined with beige and blue tones. There are white wooden benches with blue decor for the parishioners. Decorate the room with snow-white columns and hanging limpid chandeliers. One of the shrines of the temple is the wooden Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, which is located behind the pulpit.
How to get there?
The Blessed Virgin Mary is located in the center of Tromsø , near the Central Square. To get into it, you can go on any public transport , the next in the city center, or take a taxi.