St. Michaeliskirche Sagard, Gothic brick church in Sagard, Germany.
Description
St. Michaeliskirche Sagard is a brick church built in Gothic style with a square tower, vaulted ceilings, and white interior walls decorated with religious artworks. The interior features a large baroque organ that ranks among the larger instruments on Rügen Island.
History
Construction of this church began around 1210 as a simple single-nave structure and makes it one of the oldest buildings on Rügen. Over the centuries, structural changes were made and baroque elements were later added.
Culture
The church displays religious artworks and a baroque altar created in 1726 that show detailed scenes from the Passion of Christ. These carved works tell stories that visitors notice immediately when entering the interior.
Practical
The church is located on the Jasmund Peninsula and is easily reached on foot from the village center. The interior can be visited during services, and there is enough space for visitors to look around and explore.
Did you know?
The wooden ceiling in the choir contains painted wind rose decorations that symbolize the Holy Spirit, combined with blue-glazed angel-shaped ornaments above the altar. These handcrafted details show the skill of past artisans.
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