The Savior Church (Vor Frelsers Kirke) in the Danish city of Horsens was built in 1225. That church is the oldest building in the city.

The construction made of stone in the Romanesque style was built on the place of a wooden church surrounded by a deep ditch, apparently, on the lands of the king.  

The city expanded, and only a century later the church could not accommodate all the parishioners, and in 1350 it was expanded: the workers built side walkways and a bell tower.

In 1418, by order of the Pope, the church, originally named in honor of St. James, was sanctified for a second time—in honor of John the Baptist. 

Like many churches of the Middle Ages, the Church of the Savior was destroyed: during the reformation, it was very damaged by a fire, almost burned out. Only a pulpit (1670) was preserved. After that fatal fire, for several long centuries, the Church of the Savior was abandoned. 

In 1935, there was a complete restoration with all carefulness and delicacy, and Vor Frelsers Kirke was renewed in the Late Middle Ages style. 

During excavations, the archaeologists discovered one more staircase, probably leading to the uncompleted second tower. It can be assumed that this staircase led to the upper gallery, made for royal people.

Also, on the walls of the church, were found fragments of unique frescoes. Unfortunately, only the crucifix of 1450 was restored.

In 1936, the architects reconstructed the arched gallery on the second floor of the church.

The other room, which serves as the west aisle, was most likely intended for the royal family. It has a luxurious look and can easily welcome royal people.

Now, the church is actively used. Here take a place various concert programs and a large number of events for children and adults .