Holy Cross Church, Lehre

Holy Cross Church is a Romanesque church building in Lehre featuring a large square tower with two tall spires connected by a wooden bridge. The building includes an original Romanesque window on the north wall and shows architectural elements from different construction periods.

Construction of the church began in the late 12th century and was completed in 1214, establishing a continuous religious presence of over 800 years. The architecture and interior were later expanded and modified to adapt to changing needs throughout the centuries.

The interior walls display restored paintings from different periods, including depictions of Martin Luther and Philipp Melanchthon in Baroque-style murals. These artworks show how important the place has been to the Lutheran community.

The church welcomes visitors during Lutheran services and allows access to its architectural features and artworks. Visitors should note that opening times may be tied to service schedules, so it is worth checking ahead before planning a visit.

The wooden bridge connecting the two spires of the tower is said to be the highest positioned bridge in Lower Saxony. This unusual architectural feature represents a rare example of creative engineering in linking two tower sections together.

Location: Lehre

Inception: 13 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Website: http://kirchengemeinde-lehre.de

GPS coordinates: 52.33149,10.67015

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26