St. Laurentius, Gothic church in Schönberg, Germany.

St. Laurentius is a church building constructed from brick in the Brick Gothic style located in Schönberg. The structure displays tall windows and intricate patterns created entirely from masonry, characteristic of medieval religious architecture in northern Germany.

The church was built during the Hanseatic period when brick became the main building material across northern Germany. Its architecture reflects the construction traditions that took root in the region during this era.

The parish, part of the Propstei Wismar, covers 20 surrounding villages and about 1,300 members. Since 2012 the church has belonged to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Northern Germany. Its Schönberger Musiksommer concert series uses the building for music, and the church is regularly open.

The church is generally accessible on foot from Schönberg town center and can be viewed from outside at any time. To enter the interior, check the visiting times established by the local community.

The geometric patterns of the facade are created entirely through the way red bricks were laid and arranged. This craftsmanship shows the skill of masons who created decorative effects without modern technology.