Stiftskirche Enger

Stiftskirche Enger is a Gothic church building in North Rhine-Westphalia featuring a freestanding tower and a stone structure with multiple interior spaces. The interior contains a carved altar and an ornate pulpit as central furnishings, along with a stone sarcophagus holding a relief plate from the medieval period.

The current building was constructed over the remains of four earlier church structures at this location, with the oldest dating from the 9th century. Archaeological investigations conducted in the 1970s revealed evidence of this layered history beneath the surface.

The church displays works of local craftspeople from different periods, whose skills are evident in the stone interior. Visitors can observe these handcrafted details in the altar, pulpit, and other furnishings throughout the space.

Visiting is possible several days per week, so checking opening times in advance is helpful for planning your visit. Guided tours with additional information can be arranged through a nearby museum.

Inside a wooden shrine, a skeleton was discovered that had long been attributed to a historical figure but was later found to be considerably younger. This finding demonstrates how assumptions about tomb contents can be overturned.

Location: Enger

GPS coordinates: 52.13960,8.55874

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00