Filialkirche Lanzendorf, church
Filialkirche Lanzendorf is a small protected church in Böheimkirchen with origins around 1200 and a distinctive tilted slate tower that leans slightly due to shifting ground. The interior features a simple wooden beam ceiling renovated in 1968, a 1982 altarpiece of Saint Martin by Johannes Brad, and smaller side altars with religious sculptures from the 17th and 18th centuries.
The church was first documented in 1248 as a subsidiary of Böheimkirchen, though its origins likely trace to the early medieval period, possibly the Carolingian era. Its main structure dates to around 1200 in Romanesque style and served the local community in this role for centuries.
The church is dedicated to Saint Martin, celebrated on November 11 with special services that bring the local community together. It remains a quiet gathering place where generations have gathered to worship, keeping alive a centuries-old tradition of Christian faith in the region.
The church sits in an open meadow in Lanzendorf and is easily reached on foot or by bicycle, with no large parking area nearby. Access is straightforward from Böheimkirchen through the village, and the open setting makes it simple to walk around and view the exterior.
The church tower leans slightly to one side, similar to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, caused by ground shifting during construction. This subtle tilt is one of the building's most distinctive features yet often goes unnoticed by visitors who only glance at the facade.
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