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St. Lorenz, Nuremberg

1 Lorenzer Straße, Nürnberg, Bayern

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.

Meta review

The church is one of Nuremberg's favourite monuments for most tourists, they find the exterior impressive but those with an appreciation for religious arts are drawn to the interior, especially the tabernacle by Kraft and the paintings.

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

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

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

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€1
Adult
12 - 64
€1
Child
5 - 11
€0.5
Infant
0 - 4
€0
Expected donation price. Tower tour is 5 € regular/ 2 € children

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