– medieval chapel ruin on the Hammeren peninsula
Salomon’s Chapel is the ruin of a small medieval chapel, beautifully situated on Hammerknuden at the northern tip of Bornholm – close to the coast and accessible via the coastal path around Hammeren. The chapel was likely built in the early 14th century and probably had connections to the herring fishery and the extensive trade that took place along the coast at that time.
The building consisted of a rectangular nave constructed of granite fieldstones, measuring approximately 13.5 × 7.3 metres, with a later-added porch on the southern side. An excavation in 1923 revealed remains of the altar and masonry benches along the walls.
Near the chapel are the remains of a spring well, known as Solomon’s Spring. In the Middle Ages, it was considered holy, and both fishermen and pilgrims visited the site to drink its water. The spring was also the destination of traditional midsummer visits. After the Reformation and the decline of the herring fishery, both chapel and spring lost their earlier significance.
Today, Salomon’s Chapel is a protected cultural monument and a popular destination for walkers. The ruin lies along the hiking routes across Hammerknuden and is often combined with a visit to Hammeren Lighthouse and the dramatic coastal viewpoints.
