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Sankt Bartholomäus
Romanesque Revival in Cologne's Core
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Established in 1886 and designed by Heinrich Nagelschmidt, St. Bartholomew's captivates with its Romanesque architectural style. This Catholic church reflects a deep historical and architectural legacy.
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The church was designed by the renowned architect Heinrich Nagelschmidt.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1886
- Architect
- Heinrich Nagelschmidt
- Architectural Style
- Romanesque
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
Standing here, you're in the presence of history. Founded in 1886, St. Bartholomew's is the creation of architect Heinrich Nagelschmidt. Notice the Romanesque Revival style, evident in the solid structures and the simple, yet powerful forms. This Catholic church is a testament to its era and reflects the architectural heritage of the region. To the northwest, you can glimpse the Footfall Urbach monument, adding a layer of historical depth to the area.
Location
Nearby
Friedenskirche (Kastanienweg)
560 m away
St. Fronleichnam
1.5 km away
Alevitische Gemeinde Porz (Cemevi)
1.9 km away
A300 ZERO-G
2.2 km away
Kiesgrube Wahn
1.7 km away
Gut Leidenhausen / Obstmuseum
2.0 km away
Schloss Wahn
2.5 km away
Gut Eltzhof / Theatermuseum
2.6 km away