Stift Metelen

Stift Metelen is a parish church located in Metelen along the Vechte River in North Rhine-Westphalia. The building occupies a prominent place in the town's skyline near the border with Lower Saxony.

The church was founded in the 12th century as the spiritual center of the region. A treasury building was added in the 16th century on the site of an earlier structure.

The church serves as the gathering place for the parish community during religious services and celebrations throughout the year. It anchors the spiritual and social life of the town.

The church is located at an easily accessible spot in Metelen's town center. Visitors can find it easily by following the town layout and the building's distinctive architectural presence.

The structure blends elements from different building periods and demonstrates how church architecture evolved over the centuries. This layering makes it a window into how local religious buildings developed through time.

Location: Metelen

Part of: Stift Metelen

GPS coordinates: 52.14490,7.21283

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15