Schleswig Cathedral, Lutheran cathedral in Schleswig, Germany
Description
Schleswig Cathedral is a brick structure built in the Gothic style with a central tower rising 112 meters that shapes the city skyline. Inside, you find a nave with side aisles and a choir showing the typical layout of a medieval cathedral.
History
The first church at this location began around 850 as a mission station in Haithabu but was later relocated. The current Romanesque basilica began construction in 1134 and was rebuilt and expanded over centuries in the Gothic style.
Culture
The cathedral contains the Brüggemann altar and the Blue Madonna, two precious medieval artworks that visitors encounter while walking through the interior. These pieces show how important skilled craftsmanship was to people many generations ago.
Practical
Visitors can climb stairs to a viewing platform at 65 meters high and look out across the Schleswig area from there. This view is especially worthwhile on clear days when you can see far across the city and surrounding landscapes.
Did you know?
The Petri Portal displays richly carved biblical figures and blends red sandstone with granite stones in an artful way. This portal combination was unusual for the time and is often overlooked by visitors.
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