Bartholomäuskirche, Gothic Revival church in Brackwede, Germany
Bartholomäuskirche is a single-nave hall church with a 107-meter-high tower from the 15th century and neogothic architectural features. The building was reconstructed after a fire in 1990, blending its historic exterior with a contemporary interior.
First documented in 1216 when the Bishop of Paderborn confirmed a property transaction, the church underwent multiple transformations over centuries. A devastating fire in 1990 necessitated complete reconstruction, altering its modern history.
The church shapes the local character of Brackwede with its distinctive Gothic form and serves the community as a gathering place for worship and events.
The church is easily accessible and open to visitors during designated hours. The location in Brackwede can be reached on foot or by public transportation.
The interior preserves ornate carvings from the 17th century, including relief works depicting biblical scenes. These artworks survived the 1990 fire and remain as testimony to the building's artistic heritage.
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