St. Mauritius

St. Mauritius is a brick church in Friedeburg with a single nave design built using traditional construction techniques and housing religious objects from different periods. The building displays the regional brick style and contains various artistic pieces arranged throughout its walls and altars.

The church dates from the 13th century and replaced two earlier wooden churches that stood on the same site. It suffered damage during the Thirty Years War but was later restored and has maintained its structure to the present day.

The interior contains religious artworks spanning several centuries, including a baptismal font from the 17th century and an altar from 1666 showing the crucifixion. These objects tell the story of the beliefs and artistic skills of people who worshipped here across the generations.

The church is accessible on visiting days and offers an opportunity to view the architecture and interior artworks at your own pace. Guided tours are available to learn more about the building technique and the various religious objects inside.

Inside is an organ built in 1733 by Samuel Schröder, which is the only known surviving work by this craftsman. The organ demonstrates the skill of regional organ building and is therefore particularly valuable for music enthusiasts and those interested in local history.