Marienkapelle Burtscheid, Romanesque Revival chapel in Burtscheid, Germany
Description
Marienkapelle is a Romanesque Revival structure located at the intersection of Gregorstraße and Berdoletstraße with a distinctive hexagonal footprint. The building features a two-story main section topped by a smaller tower and was constructed using brick.
History
The original wooden structure was founded in 1643 by monk Peter Kerchof and Abbess Henrietta Raitz von Frenz. The building was replaced with a brick construction in 1697 to ensure its long-term durability.
Culture
The chapel is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and displays Christian themes through frescoes and wall paintings inside. The wrought iron gallery creates a handcrafted character within the space that visitors can observe today.
Practical
The path from Burtscheid Abbey to the chapel is marked by seven stone sculptures known as the Seven Footfalls. These markers help visitors navigate the route and understand the connection between the two locations.
Did you know?
After World War II, this small chapel became an emergency place of worship when the main parish church of St. Johann was severely damaged. This shows how the building played an important role in the community despite its modest size.
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