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Marienkapelle (Hienraching)
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Marienkapelle

The Marienkapelle is a Roman Catholic chapel located at the Unterer Markt (market square) of Würzburg, Bavaria.

History

  • Built in the 14th century, the Marienkapelle was constructed in the Gothic style. Despite its large size, it is classified as a chapel due to its status without a parish. The chapel's interior was severely damaged during World War II, and it was rebuilt in the 1950s. It was re-consecrated in 1962.

Architecture

The Marienkapelle features Gothic architectural elements. Notable architect Balthasar Neumann is buried within the chapel.

Location

  • Address: Unterer Markt
  • Country: Germany
  • Town: Würzburg, Bavaria

Notable Features and Artworks

The chapel's two most renowned works of art are sculptures of Adam and Eve by Tilman Riemenschneider. However, these pieces have been relocated to the Mainfränkisches Museum and replaced in-situ with copies.

Organ and Bells

Information on the organ and bells is not available.

Heritage Status

The Marienkapelle has a heritage status that is not specified.

Visiting Information

Opening hours are not provided. Accessibility information is also not available.

Notable Burials

Balthasar Neumann, the noted Baroque architect, is buried within the chapel.

Details

NameMarienkapelle
CityHienraching
CountryGermany
Coordinates48.325138, 12.088821
ArchitectBalthasar Neumann