St. Catherine's Church

St. Catherine's Church is a brick building in northern European Gothic style located in Lübeck's Old City, featuring tall spires and expansive windows. The structure displays the characteristic design language of this era, built entirely from red brick.

The church was founded in 1301 as part of a Franciscan monastery dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Over the centuries it remained a center of religious life in this port city.

The interior displays various artworks and draws visitors interested in medieval religious art and craftsmanship. The spaces tell stories of spiritual importance through their furnishings and decorative elements.

The building now operates as a museum with exhibition spaces where visitors can explore the rooms. It is helpful to check accessibility information and opening times before your visit.

The exterior walls display sculptural works by two important 20th-century artists, Ernst Barlach and Gerhard Marcks, created using modern clinker brick. These works connect the medieval architecture with contemporary artistic vision.

Location: Lübeck's Old City

Inception: 14 century

Architectural style: Brick Gothic

Made from material: brick

Address: Katharinenkirche, Königstraße, Ecke Glockengießerstraße, 23552 Lübeck

Website: https://museumskirche.de

GPS coordinates: 53.86917,10.68944

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44