Churches in Norway
Materials and technique
Church building in Norway is characterized by the widespread use of wood constructions. Only in the 20th century the majority of churches have been built from stone, brick or concrete.

Churches in Norway

Section Title: Materials and technique
Table Section Text: Church building in Norway is characterized by the widespread use of wood constructions. Only in the 20th century the majority of churches have been built from stone, brick or concrete.

Material	Middle Agesb	1537-1700	1701-1800	1801-1850	1851-1900c	1901-1940	1945-2004

Wood	about 1,000	51	116	125	460	215	92

Stonea	271	2	12	10	82	63	225

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During the Middle Ages all wooden churches in Norway about 1,000 in total and 271 masonry were constructed.

final_sentence: During the Middle Ages all wooden churches in Norway about 1,000 in total and 271 masonry were constructed.