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.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Lüneburg City Hall
286 m
Lüneburger Hafenkran
212 m
Heinrich-Heine-Haus
229 m
Brömsehaus
287 m
Stadtschloss Lüneburg
191 m
Lösecke house
216 m
Bremer Hof (Lüneburg)
56 m
Memorial stone synagogue Luneburg
302 m
Altes Kaufhaus
225 m
Reichenbachstraße bridge
231 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Inge Roxin
127 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Mariechen Petersen
127 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Anna Friebe
142 m
Lüner Mühle
255 m
Partner von morgen
305 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Max Marcus
323 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Marie Klijnkramer
162 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Selma Horwitz
142 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Paula Horwitz
142 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Albert Horwitz
142 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Thekla Marcus
323 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Sally Baden
88 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Lucie Behr-Baden
88 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Hermann Reinmuth
266 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Adolf Schickler
340 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Hulda Schickler
340 m
Am Stintmarkt 3-6
184 m
Lüner Straße bridge
189 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes