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Rochuskapelle
Baroque chapel with a historic patron saint
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Duisburg: Insider50 pts
The Rochus Chapel in Duisburg-Huckingen is a baroque gem located at the corner of Raiffeisenstraße and Angerhauser Straße. This Catholic chapel showcases baroque architecture and is a protected heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. It is dedicated to Saint Roch of Montpellier, revered as a patron against plague and infectious diseases.
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The chapel is situated at a historic crossroads.
Quick Facts
- Architectural Style
- Baroque
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Take a look at the intricate baroque details of this chapel. Right at the corner of Raiffeisenstraße and Angerhauser Straße, the Rochus Chapel stands as a protected heritage gem in North Rhine-Westphalia. It's dedicated to Saint Roch of Montpellier, the patron saint against plague and infectious diseases. The baroque architecture immediately catches your eye with its distinct forms and embellishments. This small chapel is a quiet witness to history and a place for reflection. If you turn around, you can see the St. Peter and Paul Church in the distance, about 300 meters to the south.
Location
Nearby
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