The finest piece of silverware found in Ørsted Church is the old altar chalice. The chalice originally comes from a set of twelve chalices in Roskilde Cathedral. On New Year's Day 1613, Anne Krabbe, widow of Blessed Jakob Bjørn of Stenalt, donated the chalice to Ørsted Church. The chalice was an heirloom from Anne Krabbe's father, Erik Krabbe.
The chalice had come into the family's possession as spoils of war in Sweden. At the time, the chalice was at a Birgittine monastery in Vadstena. How the Swedes got hold of the chalice in Roskilde is unknown, but if you want to see the chalice up close, it is used in the church on major holidays.’
The church is open from 8am - 4pm on weekdays in May, June, July and August. If you want the church open at other times, please contact the church caretaker. The key can be borrowed. See notice at the church.
Sculptures in the Church Forest
In continuation of the cemetery is the Church Forest of approx. 3 hectares.
MOSES points his staff into the forest and welcomes you to an exciting hike on a 600 metre long forest path. Along the way, you will pass 11 unique places that tell the Bible story.
Here's what you can experience:
- Cultural and nature experiences for young and old
- Stroller-friendly route
- Great places for packed lunches
- Free access all year round - dogs allowed on leads
- Clear signposting on the route
- Toilet facilities at the church
ADDRESS: Kirkeskoven, Kirkegårdsvej, 8950 Ørsted
