St. Jakobi, Brick Gothic church in Lübeck's Old City, Germany
Description
St. Jakobi is a brick church reaching about 112 meters high in Lübeck's Old City, built with intricate brick patterns characteristic of the northern style. The building features slender towers and large window openings typical of this construction method.
History
The church was founded in 1227 as Lübeck became a major trading center and opened to the public in 1334. This founding period marked the rise of the city as a vital hub for commerce across the Baltic region.
Culture
The church displays craftsmanship passed down through generations of builders and artisans across centuries. You can see this skill directly in the carved wooden elements and colored windows throughout the interior.
Practical
The church is centrally located in the Old City and easily accessible on foot, though it functions primarily as an active place of worship. Visitors should check opening times in advance and observe respectful conduct during services.
Did you know?
Seven copper nails were hammered into the church steeple by local craftsmen following a local tradition. These nails were meant to symbolically connect earth and heaven.
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