Lyng Church

Lyng Church is a modern parish church known for its experimental Danish church architecture and carefully crafted symbolism. The building is supported by an elegant wooden structure, and the brickwork is laid in a distinctive decorative pattern. Inside, an octagonal font from Erritsø Church recalls older traditions, most likely having served as a holy water stoup in Catholic times. The focal point of the interior is a striking altar cross by artist Bent Exner, made from brightly polished steel and decorated with chains and hundreds of gilt silver balls.

Visit Lyng Church to experience contemporary Danish church architecture with a strong symbolic concept. The interplay of light wood, patterned brickwork and polished steel creates a distinctive interior. Details such as the historic octagonal font and the dramatic altar cross reward an unhurried look, making this a short but worthwhile stop close to the route.

A good short stop for anyone interested in modern church design, symbolic details and contemporary Danish liturgical art.

Planning your visit

How long to stay

15-30 minutes

Best time to visit

Daytime, when there is enough natural light to appreciate the interior, the wooden construction and the surface of the polished steel cross. A quiet weekday typically suits a brief visit and time for reflection, if the church is open to visitors.

Around here

Nearby on the Margueritruten

• The Little Belt

  Park · 1.2 km

• Royal Air Force Monument

  Attraction · 1.3 km

• The Old Bridge over the Little Belt

  Attraction · 1.3 km

• The Snoghøjgård Park

  Park · 1.5 km

• The Old Little Belt bridge

  Attraction · 2.3 km

• Railway Ferry Service – Strib

  Historic building · 2.3 km

Frequently asked

What is special about the architecture of Lyng Church?

Lyng Church is noted for its modern design and deliberate symbolism. The structure is carried by an elegant wooden construction and the brickwork is laid in a particularly striking pattern, making the masonry a feature in itself. Inside, the space is organised around a dramatic steel altar cross and an older octagonal font, giving a clear focus to the otherwise contemporary interior.

Who designed Lyng Church and its altar cross?

Lyng Church was designed by the architects Inger and Johannes Exner, who have influenced more recent Danish church architecture through several church projects. The large cross on the altar is the work of artist Bent Exner. It is constructed from brightly polished steel and is decorated with steel chains and 320 gilt silver balls, making it a distinctive piece of liturgical art.

What can I see inside Lyng Church?

Inside Lyng Church you can see an octagonal font that originally came from Erritsø Church and was most probably used as a vessel for holy water in Catholic times. The main visual focus is the polished steel altar cross by Bent Exner, decorated with chains and hundreds of gilt silver balls. Together with the patterned brickwork and wooden structure, these elements give the interior a carefully composed appearance.

Is Lyng Church worth a stop on a road trip?

Lyng Church is a worthwhile short stop if you are interested in modern church buildings or Danish religious art. The visit focuses mainly on appreciating the architecture, the unusual brickwork, the wooden construction and the symbolic altar cross, rather than on extensive facilities. As it lies very close to the route, it can be visited with only a small detour in time.

Does Lyng Church have any historical elements despite being modern?

Although Lyng Church is a relatively recent building, it incorporates an older octagonal font from Erritsø Church. This font was most probably used as a vessel for holy water during the Catholic period, so it introduces a tangible link to earlier church practice. In that way, the church combines contemporary architecture with a single, clearly identifiable historical object.

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