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St. Petri
Gothic elegance crowned by a copper rooster
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Founded in the 12th century, St. Petri in Braunschweig showcases remarkable Gothic architecture. Its 71-meter tall tower, topped with a distinctive copper rooster, is a city landmark. The church is protected as an architectural heritage monument in Lower Saxony.
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A copper rooster has adorned the tower since 1971.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1200
- Architect
- Friedrich Berndt
- Architectural Style
- Gothic
- Height
- 0 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Lutheran
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
- Website
- petri-braunschweig.de
Audio Guide
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Location
Nearby
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183 m away
Brüdernkirche
216 m away
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243 m away
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310 m away
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267 m away
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147 m away
Altstadtrathaus
354 m away
St. Bartholomäus
265 m away
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