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St.-Martin-Kirche

Modern architecture and community in Groß-Buchholz

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Built in 1979 by Wolfgang Lorke, St. Martin Church in Hanover showcases modern architectural style. Serving as the main parish church for about 12,000 members, it plays a vital role in the Catholic community of the Groß-Buchholz district. Standing 12 meters tall, it symbolizes faith and unity within the Diocese of Hildesheim's Hanover deanery.

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Since 2019, the church has been part of the Hanover-East pastoral area.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1979
Architect: Wolfgang Lorke
Architectural Style: Modernism
Height: 12 m
Denomination: Roman Catholic
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible
Website: kirche-mit-herz.de/gottesdienste/kirchorte-und-gruppen/gottesdienste-st-martin

Guided Story

Here you are, standing before St. Martin Church, a striking example of modern architecture designed by Wolfgang Lorke in 1979. Notice the clean lines and simple elegance typical of this style. Standing 12 meters tall, the church is a beacon of faith in the community. As the main parish for around 12,000 members in Groß-Buchholz, it serves as a spiritual hub in Hanover's deanery. It's also connected to the communities of Carmel St. Joseph and the Polish Catholic Mission Maria Frieden. This church holds both architectural and spiritual significance. If you turn around, you might catch a glimpse of the nearby Dietrich-Bonhoeffer Church, just a short distance away.