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Russisch Orthodoxe Kirche

Russian Revival Gem in Weimar's Heart

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Located in the Historic Cemetery of Weimar, the Russian Orthodox Church was constructed between 1860 and 1862 in the Russian Revival style. This church serves as the burial chapel for Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna and is underground connected to the nearby Ducal Vault. A sealed spiral staircase leads directly from the chapel to this connection.

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Maria Pavlovna's coffin is located in the underground passage to the Ducal Vault.

Quick Facts

Founded: ~1860
Architectural Style: Russian Revival
Denomination: Orthodox
Website: rok-weimar.gmxhome.de/index2.htm

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Guided Story

In front of you stands the Russian Orthodox Church, a remarkable example of Russian Revival architecture built around 1860. This church serves as the burial chapel for Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna, whose sarcophagus lies in the underground connection to the Ducal Vault. Just to the north, you can see the Ducal Vault nearby. This serene spot on the Historic Cemetery of Weimar invites reflection and remembrance. A sealed spiral staircase, which you might notice, leads directly from the chapel down to the vault connection. This architecture beautifully intertwines history and memory.