Michaeliskirche

The Michaeliskirche is a three-nave basilica with a transept and bell tower built from sandstone and rough stone in Romanesque style. The structure displays typical characteristics of this period through its solid construction and distinctive arches.

The church was built between 1150 and 1160 by craftsmen from the Königslutter building school and replaced an earlier chapel dedicated to Saint Boniface. This early medieval foundation marked a significant shift in the region's religious infrastructure.

The altar displays carved figures of Jesus Christ and the crowned Virgin Mary, reflecting artistic tastes from around 1500. These representations continue to shape the visual character of the church interior today.

The building is accessible to visitors during specific hours when the office staff is present. It is worth inquiring beforehand or checking the door, as visiting windows are limited and irregular.

The site served as a Germanic assembly place before the church was built, preserving traces of even older use. The building also contains one of the oldest church components in the Hanover region.

Location: Ronnenberg

GPS coordinates: 52.31739,9.65688

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25