St. Nicolai, Gothic church in Lüneburg, Germany.
St. Nicolai is a red brick church in Lüneburg built with three naves and side chapels, reaching about 93 meters in height with its pointed steeple. The building follows Brick Gothic, a regional style that shows the characteristic features of this medieval architecture.
The church began in 1407 as a chapel for boatmen and salt barrel workers and was consecrated in 1409. It then developed into an important place of worship and became the central church of the community.
The main altar from the 15th century displays six prophets dressed in medieval merchant clothing, arranged in a special section at the base. These figures reflect the craft traditions that shaped the city at that time.
The church is located in the city center and is open for visitors wanting to explore its Gothic artworks and interior details. Plan time to discover the interior spaces and high ceilings at a leisurely pace.
The central nave features an eight-pointed star rib vault pattern found nowhere else in Northern Germany. This rare construction detail makes the interior something special for those interested in medieval architecture.
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