Alte Inselkirche, Baroque church in Spiekeroog, Germany
Alte Inselkirche is a rectangular brick building with a gabled roof located on the island of Spiekeroog, constructed in the late 1600s. The interior is defined by colored windows featuring evangelist symbols and historic wooden furnishings.
The church was built in 1696 as a replacement for an earlier sanctuary dating to 1525, making it the oldest surviving house of worship among the East Frisian Islands. The new construction became necessary when the original structure could no longer serve its community.
The interior features a Low German baptismal font and an ornate carved pulpit altar that reflects the craftsmanship of local artisans. These furnishings shape the character of the building as worshippers experience it today.
The church is freely accessible from the outside, while interior access is available on specific opening days. It is recommended to check current access arrangements before visiting, as times may vary depending on the season.
During floor repairs in 1869, workers discovered a human skeleton beneath the church. The remains were later identified as those of Pastor Brüggemeier, who had died decades earlier in 1721.
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