Evangelische Kirche Großsachsen, Protestant church in Hirschberg an der Bergstraße, Germany.
Description
The Evangelische Kirche Großsachsen is a church building in Hirschberg an der Bergstraße with baroque styling. The structure features an elevated tower with a Romanesque arch in the lower chancel section as its main architectural elements.
History
The original building dates from 1430 and was dedicated to Mary Magdalene, but French forces destroyed it in 1674. Reconstruction took place between 1724 and 1761.
Culture
The name reflects the Protestant community that has practiced their faith here since the Reformation. You can see traces of this Protestant tradition throughout the interior, shaping how the space looks and functions today.
Practical
The church is generally open to visitors, especially during Protestant services and community events. It makes sense to check opening times in advance and plan your visit around special occasions like baptisms or performances.
Did you know?
During renovations in 2005, workers discovered the burial site of Johann Adam Straub, a Palatine officer. This man once owned the historical Untere Mühle mill, a grinding facility with its own past in the area.
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