Church in Mestlin, Gothic brick church in Mestlin, Germany.
Church in Mestlin is a Gothic brick building in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern with construction elements from different periods. The choir is built from granite blocks in the Romanesque style, while the Gothic brick walls, nave, and tower represent later additions to the original structure.
The church was originally built around 1250, with the granite choir remaining from that early period. The Gothic brick construction was added around 1370 and has defined the building's appearance ever since.
Inside, visitors find a triumph cross group from 1500 and an oak pulpit from 1689 decorated with figures of the four evangelists. These pieces show how artistic tastes evolved over centuries and remain the most striking furnishings in the church.
The building is generally accessible and maintained by the Evangelical Lutheran parish of Mestlin, which serves seven surrounding communities. A daytime visit works best to appreciate the interior details and furnishings in natural light.
Two bells from 1389 were moved into the tower in 1989, originally coming from another church. The larger bell bears Latin inscriptions that tell of its medieval purpose and origins.
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