Mikladalur Church has undergone significant changes since the 19th century. On July 6, 1855, inspectors declared that the old church in Mikladalur was beyond repair and too small for the growing congregation. They recommended dismantling it and building a new church.
According to the inspection report dated June 12, 1860, a new church was built in 1859, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the parish.
From around 1900 to 1915, the church gradually fell into disrepair. Several inspections documented its poor condition, and residents of Mikladalur Parish repeatedly voiced their concerns. On May 26, 1909, they wrote to the Faroese County (Færø Amt), describing the building’s worsening state.
After lengthy correspondence between the church council, the provost, and county authorities—mainly concerning funding—a major renovation project was finally approved.
In 1915, renovations began. Builders kept the original walls but raised them significantly, rebuilt the gables, and replaced the old slate roof with iron sheets. They plastered the exterior, installed wooden cladding inside, and added new windows—four large and one small on each side.
The tower, made from timber, was clad with iron and topped with an iron spire featuring a weather vane, giving the church its distinctive silhouette.
On December 15, 1915, Provost Fr. Petersen consecrated the newly renovated church. Among those attending were local residents, former Norðoyar priest Absalon Joensen, the County Governor, and the commander of the Danish naval vessel “Beskytteren,” which transported the officials to the ceremony.
Today, Mikladalur Church serves the villages of Mikladalur and Trøllanes, preserving both its historical structure and its spiritual role in the community.
(Source: J. P. Gregoriussen, “Eldru Hválvkirkjurnar”)
Read about other historic churches such as Húsa Church and The Church of Hvannasund.
Mikladals kirkja serves the villages of Mikladalur and Trøllanes, with regular services every Sunday and public holiday at 12:00 (11:00 during summer).
For more information, visit the official Fólkakirkjan page.
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