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Cappelen Family Graves at Holla Old Church
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Jeanne
August 2, 2025
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The graves are located in the old churchyard near the ruins of Holla kirke (Holla Old Church). This was the main parish church in the area until the late 1800s. The burial ground is located on Hollahaugen Hill and is partially enclosed.
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🧑🤝🧑 Who is buried here?
Among others:
• Didrich von Cappelen (1761–1828) – businessman and member of the Norwegian Constituent Assembly in 1814.
• His descendants, including industrialists, landowners, and local politicians, are also buried here.
The family was prominent in political, economic, and cultural circles, and their influence extended as far as Oslo, Skien, and Kongsberg.
⸻
🧑🤝🧑 Who is buried here?
Among others:
• Didrich von Cappelen (1761–1828) – businessman and member of the Norwegian Constituent Assembly in 1814.
• His descendants, including industrialists, landowners, and local politicians, are also buried here.
The family was prominent in political, economic, and cultural circles, and their influence extended as far as Oslo, Skien, and Kongsberg.
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