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Neue Sankt Nicolai Kirche

Modern architecture meets historical roots

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Located in Frankfurt's Ostend district, the Neue Sankt Nicolai Kirche showcases modern architecture designed by Hans Bartolmes. Reconstructed in 1959 incorporating its old tower, it stands as a recognized cultural heritage monument in Germany, named after its predecessor, the Alte Nikolaikirche.

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The original church tower was incorporated during the 1959 reconstruction.

Quick Facts

Architect: Hans Bartolmes
Architectural Style: Modernism
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Protestant
Website: st-nicolai-gemeinde.de

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Guided Story

You're standing before the Neue Sankt Nicolai Kirche, a testament to modern architecture by Hans Bartolmes. After being destroyed in the war, it was rebuilt in 1959, with its original tower preserved. As a Protestant church, it carries the name of its predecessor, the Alte Nikolaikirche, and is recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Germany. Notice the clean lines and modern design that reflect the architectural trends of its time. The integration of the old tower into the new building gives the church a unique atmosphere, bridging the past with the present in a remarkable way.