Verden cathedral

The three-aisled Gothic hall church features brick construction, pointed arches, and ribbed vaults across its extensive interior spanning 236 feet in length.

The construction of Verden Cathedral began in 1290 and continued until 1490, replacing earlier wooden churches that were destroyed by fires in 850 and 950.

The cathedral maintains a strong musical tradition since the 13th century, presenting regular concerts and hosting the Verden Summer Concerts from May through September.

Visitors enter the cathedral through an outbuilding with a baroque portal from the market side, as the main western entrance remains closed.

The cathedral contains Germany's oldest ambulatory choir design, which later influenced the architectural layout of other churches including Lübeck Cathedral.

Location: Verden

Inception: 1290

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 52.91720,9.22848

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:55