St. Lorenz, Nuremberg
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Lorenzkirche, Nuremberg - by Nico Hofmann (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Description
St Lorenz is one of Nuremberg's largest churches. It was built between the mid 13th and late 15th century and designed mainly in German Gothic style (it had to be partially rebuilt after WW2). It is 90m long, its two towers reach 80m in height, and it has a richly decorated west facade. This Evangelical Lutheran Church is best known for the large number of artworks inside, such as the Annunciation by Veit Stoß (1518), the tabernacle by Adam Kraft (1496), medieval altars, and stained-glass windows.
Access & Transport
The church is located on the namesake square, in the center of the old town. The Lorenzkirche metro station (U1) is right next to it and the Marientor tram stop (8) only 150m away. Munich is 70mins away from Nuremberg on the ICE train services, Stuttgart 2h10mins and Frankfurt 2h05mins. By car from Munich, it takes about 2h (175km) on the A9.
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining this monument with a visit of the old town and the Imperial Castle.
Environmental & Social
Environmentally neutral. The building is part of the city's architectural and cultural heritage and donations contribute to its upkeep.
Conclusion
The church has a visually pleasant architecture but mostly stands out for some of its religious artwork. It is definitely worth visiting when in Nuremberg, yet it may not justify a dedicated trip from further afield.
Key positive
Gorgeous monumental tabernacle
Well reconstructed and centrally located
Key negative
None
Suitability
No religious denomination restriction and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Monday09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday09:00 - 17:30
Thursday09:00 - 17:30
Friday09:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:30
Sunday13:00 - 15:30