St. Marien, church building in Süderlügum, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
St. Marien is a church building in the small town of Süderlügum and serves as a protected heritage monument in Schleswig-Holstein. The plain building with white walls features a stone vault in Gothic style, contains old wall paintings, and holds a wooden organ with gold accents installed in 2015.
The church was founded around 1240 and was originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary. During the Reformation in the 1500s, it became an independent Lutheran congregation while its main building was enlarged and strengthened with stone vaults.
The church bears the name of the Virgin Mary and its modest furnishings reflect the community's religious devotion over centuries. Visitors can observe old biblical paintings on the walls from the late 1500s that have been cared for by generations of worshippers.
Visiting is possible year-round since the church is actively used and hosts regular services. The building sits near the town center, making it easy to reach, and the surrounding area offers a quiet countryside feel.
The church houses works connected to the famous Claudius family, whose member was the poet Matthias Claudius. A newly built organ from 2015 with twenty-one stops shows the building continues to evolve and adapt to modern times.
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