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St. Nikolai
A blend of Baroque grandeur and spiritual serenity
Counts toward these achievements:
Schwerin: First Steps10 pts
Schwerin: Explorer25 pts
Schwerin: Insider50 pts
Step into the Schelfkirche St. Nikolai in Schwerin and immerse yourself in the Baroque splendor of the early 18th century. This magnificent brick church, a masterpiece by Jakob Reutz, stands as both an architectural gem and a testament to religious renewal post-Reformation. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, each visit becomes a journey through time, leaving you inspired and awed.
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Did you know?
The architect of the Schelfkirche, Leonhard Christoph Sturm, was renowned for his contributions to Baroque architecture in Northern Germany.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1238
- Architect
- Leonhard Christoph Sturm
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Lutheran
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
Audio Guide
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Location
Nearby
Kulturforum Schleswig-Holstein-Haus
134 m away
Schwerin Cathedral
364 m away
Rathaus Schwerin
416 m away
Der Speicher
171 m away
Demmlerhaus
437 m away
E-Werk
491 m away
Schweinemarkt
396 m away
Am Markt
436 m away