Altstädter Kirche

The Altstädter Kirche is a church building in Hofgeismar combining Romanesque and Gothic elements, with sound arcades in the west tower and a Gothic portal from 1330. Its interior reveals the medieval craftsmanship and structural layers that developed across different construction periods.

Construction started in the 12th century and expanded through multiple building phases, with the distinctive Gothic features added during the 14th century. The building became a Protestant parish church in 1535 following the Reformation.

The church houses the Hofgeismar Altar from 1310, a medieval work that shows scenes from Christ's suffering through intricate carving and gold details that visitors can see in the interior today.

The building is open during worship services, and guided tours allow visitors to examine the historical elements and medieval features up close. Check ahead since access and tour times depend on scheduled services and community events.

The entrance features a Romanesque door pull shaped like a lion's head, an original medieval fixture that survives intact from the building's earlier periods. Such preserved details offer a direct connection to how people interacted with the space centuries ago.

Location: Hofgeismar

GPS coordinates: 51.49530,9.37797

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:43