Pfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt, Catholic pilgrimage church in Kirchhaslach, Germany.
Pfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt is a late Gothic church in Kirchhaslach with a stone structure and a tower built in 1449. The choir section added in 1470 follows Upper Swabian style and remains a defining feature of the building.
The church developed through medieval building phases, with the tower completed in 1449 and the choir in 1470. Archaeological excavations near the site revealed that the region was already inhabited during the Stone Age.
The church holds a wooden statue of Mary with Child from the 13th century that draws pilgrims from across the region. Visitors can see this revered image and understand the spiritual importance of the place.
The place is open to visitors year-round and regular mass services take place throughout the seasons. Pilgrims and tourists can visit at various times, though it is best to check ahead for special services or events.
The village name Kirchhaslach combines the Hasel brook with the prefix Kirch to distinguish it from other places. This naming reveals how medieval settlements developed their identity through geographic and religious features.
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