Church in Rerik

The St. Johannes Church features a square tower with an octagonal spire and red brick walls in the Baltic coastal architectural style.

The church construction occurred between 1250 and 1270, following a legend about a Danish queen who funded it after local fishermen rescued her.

The interior walls and vaults received complete decoration in 1668 by baroque painter Hinrich Greve, establishing a color-rich religious space.

From May 15 to September 15, visitors can join free guided church tours every Monday at 10:00 AM led by the local museum director.

The church contains 44 coats of arms on galleries and gravestones, representing 18 noble families including von Below and von Moltke.

Location: Rerik

Architectural style: Brick Gothic

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 54.10544,11.61156

Latest update: March 16, 2025 04:11