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Nikolaikirche, Gothic church in Freiberg, Germany

The Nikolaikirche features two tall towers from its original Romanesque construction period, while the interior displays extensive Baroque decorative elements from the 18th century.

Following a devastating fire in 1484, the church underwent reconstruction, preserving only its towers and side walls before receiving Gothic modifications until 1578.

The Nikolaikirche contains art pieces from different periods, including a baptismal font by Johann Gottfried Stecher and an altar painting by Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich.

The church building serves as a concert and conference venue since 2002, offering space for 700 people with modern heating systems and adaptable lighting.

Two bells from the renowned Hilliger bell foundry, created in 1487 and 1498, remain as testimonies of the medieval craftsmanship in Freiberg.

Location: Freiberg

Inception: 1200

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Address: An der Nikolaikirche 3

GPS coordinates: 50.91840,13.34590

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:16

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