St. Nazarius, Catholic parish church in Ober-Roden, Germany.
St. Nazarius is a neo-Gothic basilica in Ober-Roden, built 1894–1896 to plans by Frankfurt architect Josef Röder. Its 52.7-metre tower stands at the south end, with the choir to the north along Frankfurter Straße; locals call it the "Rodgaudom".
This church's origins trace back to 786 when documents first mention a Benedictine convent called Rotaha. Archaeological evidence points to even earlier wooden structures that stood on this site.
The church displays fourteen ceramic Stations of the Cross and stained glass windows by artist Heinz Hindorf showing biblical stories from both testaments. These works shape the interior and guide visitors through sacred narratives.
Four bells from Heilbronn hang in the tower and ring at different times. Inside, a digital Allen organ replaced an earlier instrument to address maintenance needs.
The high altar was brought here from St. Stephen's church in Mainz-Gonsenheim; it shows the crucified Christ flanked by figures of Saint Nazarius and Saint John Nepomuk, the two patrons of the church. Look for the pairing of the two saints around the cross.
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