Hirsau Church, church
Hirsau Church is a church building in Offenbach-Hundheim situated in an enclosed graveyard on elevated land along the Glan River. The structure combines Romanesque building elements with Gothic additions and houses painted walls with religious scenes inside, along with ancient tombstones and Roman stones.
Construction of the church began in the early 1100s, with written records dating from 1289 and some parts possibly originating from the 7th century. Over the centuries windows were added, a side room was built, and it was rebuilt in 1894 following the Thirty Years War.
The church takes its name from its location and was originally dedicated to Saint Alban. Over the centuries it served as a gathering place for prayers, weddings, and farewells, but also functioned as a site for markets and village assemblies.
The church is located at Hirsauer Straße 38 in Offenbach-Hundheim and is typically accessible, especially during local events or festivals. It is advisable to contact the local parish office to learn visiting hours or to arrange special visits.
Inside, painted walls with scenes from around the 1200s were uncovered during 20th century renovations beneath plaster. These discoveries reveal religious artwork including images of the apostles and scenes from the life of Jesus, showing how medieval people expressed their faith through art.
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