St.-Katharinenkirche, Late Gothic church in Annaberg-Buchholz, Germany.
St.-Katharinenkirche is a late Gothic church featuring a high nave, stone vaults, and many stained glass windows that fill the space with light. Slender columns divide the interior, creating a unified and balanced design despite the building's generous size.
The church was consecrated in 1520 during the region's prosperous mining era. It suffered severe damage during World War II but was subsequently restored to its full state.
The Wolfgang Altar displays paintings of mining scenes from the Ore Mountains region, showing the lives and crafts of local miners. These artistic depictions reveal how important this work was to the community of that time.
Access to the interior requires advance contact with the parish office to arrange a visit. Planning ahead allows you to explore the church and its artworks without time pressure.
A baroque altar from Grimma monastery was relocated here and remains a prominent feature today. The modern Jehmlich organ from 1990 connects the building's historical roots with contemporary craftsmanship.
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