Martinskirche, Parish church in Kaiserslautern, Germany

The Martinskirche is a red sandstone block church on St.-Martins-Platz, built in a plain Gothic style with a steep slate roof topped by a small ridge turret with a green copper onion dome. It has a tall main nave and a narrow north aisle separated by pointed arches, and a choir that bends noticeably from the nave's axis. A modern glass-and-steel canopy marked "Antiquariat" runs along the base.

King Rudolf von Habsburg authorised the Franciscan monastery in 1284, and around 1294 the Gothic church was added. After the monastery dissolved in 1538 the building became a city armoury, its nave split into two floors and windows walled up. The Franciscans returned in 1688, and since 1803 it has been a Catholic parish church.

The church serves as a gathering place where locals attend services and mark important occasions together throughout the year. Its name honors Saint Martin, a figure whose memory holds meaning in regional Christian traditions.

The building is centrally located and easily accessible by public transportation, with several bus stops and parking nearby. Visitors should note that access may be limited during services or private events.

The choir axis visibly bends away from the nave axis. The reason was the main road running from the east through the Gautor gate, which could not be narrowed. The keystone of the choir vault carries a relief of the victorious Easter lamb.