St. Catherine's Church, Gothic church in Oppenheim, Germany
Description
St. Catherine's is a Gothic church in Oppenheim that rises along the Rhine between Strasbourg and Cologne, showcasing intricate stonework windows and pointed arches throughout its structure. The building impresses with its carefully crafted stone facades and multiple towers set within the town.
History
After Oppenheim gained city rights in 1225, construction of the church began, with the eastern tower rising in 1262 and the nave documented in 1317. The building's growth over generations reflected the town's increasing prosperity during the medieval period.
Culture
The church shapes the town's appearance with its distinctive Gothic forms visible from many angles throughout Oppenheim. This architectural style reflects how the community grew prosperous during the medieval period.
Practical
The chapel beside the church holds the remains of around 20,000 citizens from 1400 to 1750, making it Germany's largest bone house. Plan time to explore both the main church and this remarkable facility when visiting.
Did you know?
Inside the church sits a rose window from the 14th century with intricate stone tracery and original medieval stained glass on the southern side. This window ranks among the oldest surviving examples of its kind and shows the artistic skill of that era.
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