Süsterkirche, Gothic church in Old Town, Bielefeld, Germany.
Description
Süsterkirche is a late Gothic building in central Bielefeld marked by a polygonal choir, pointed-arch windows with tracery, and an intricate vault system. The interior displays the tall walls and stone detailing typical of Gothic design.
History
The building was founded in 1491 as a convent chapel for Augustinian nuns. In the 17th century it transferred to Reformed ownership and became their principal place of worship.
Culture
The church began as a convent chapel and still defines the medieval character of Bielefeld. Today it serves the Reformed congregation as a central place for worship and community gatherings.
Practical
The church sits in Bielefeld's Old Town on a main street and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should check opening times beforehand as the building is not always open to the public.
Did you know?
Instead of a typical baptismal font, the church houses a silver baptismal bowl made in the late 1600s, one of its most precious objects. This piece reflects the craftsmanship and prosperity of the congregation at that time.
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