Sankt Martin
Neo-Romanesque Architecture with a Musical Legacy
Did you know?
The church was rebuilt in 1948 on the site of a former emergency church.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- August 29, 1948
- Architect
- Clemens Holzmeister
- Architectural Style
- Romanesque
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Website
- st-martin-nuernberg.de
Guided Story
Take a moment to appreciate the Neo-Romanesque details of the facade, designed by Clemens Holzmeister. The church you see now was rebuilt in 1948 after being destroyed during World War II. It serves as a Roman Catholic parish church and is part of the Archdiocese of Bamberg. Imagine the sounds of the organ, built in 1991, which often fills this space during musical events. Recognized as a heritage monument in Bavaria, it holds significant historical and architectural value. Standing here, you're in a peaceful corner of the Gärten hinter der Veste neighborhood. You might also note the proximity to other landmarks, like the St. Matthäus Church, just 138 meters to the north.
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Location
Nearby
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