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St. Martini
Unique twin spires in Gothic splendor
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St. Martini in Braunschweig, constructed from the late 12th century, stands as the city's only medieval church with a completed western façade and twin towers. Initiated by Henry the Lion, it beautifully showcases Gothic architecture. The church is located west of the Altstadtmarkt, surrounded on three sides by the street An der Martinikirche.
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Construction of the church began around 1190/1195.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- Max Osterloh
- Architectural Style
- Gothic
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Lutheran
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Website
- martini-kirche.de
Audio Guide
0:000:47
Part of These Trails
Churches of BraunschweigStop 8 of 11
Heritage Sites in Braunschweig — Walk IIStop 3 of 14
Gothic Trail BraunschweigStop 2 of 8
Location
Nearby
Altstadtrathaus
50 m away
An der Martinikirche
42 m away
Stechinelli-Haus
84 m away
Altstadtmarkt
72 m away
Jakob-Kemenate
115 m away
Jakobskirche
99 m away
Komödie am Altstadtmarkt
166 m away
Gemeindezentrum mit Synagoge
179 m away
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