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St. Hubertus

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St. Hubertus (Riding)
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St. Hubertus Church

The St. Hubertus Church is a historic Catholic church located in Riding, Germany.

History

  • The congregation was established by Father Aloysius Wewer in 1877.
  • The first building used by the congregation was built in 1887, but it was actually the third building used by the parish.

Architecture

The current building of the St. Hubertus Church was constructed in 1997.

However, its predecessor, built in 1976, is notable for being the fourth church building used by the parish.

The architect responsible for designing and constructing this building is not specified.

The church's architectural style is not mentioned.

Location

The St. Hubertus Church is located at Hubertusweg in Riding, Germany.

It is situated in a town that was originally named St. Hubertus before it became Chanhassen, Minnesota, United States.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The St. Hubertus Church is a Catholic church.

The congregation was established by Father Aloysius Wewer in 1877, and the parish has been an important part of the local community ever since.

Notable Features

  • John Geiser (1812–1902), a renowned architect and builder, designed and constructed the current building of the St. Hubertus Church.
  • He also carved the altar and built about 30 other churches in his lifetime.

Organ and Bells Information

No information is available on the church's organ or bells.

Heritage Status

The St. Hubertus Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 for having local significance in the themes of "community planning and development" and "exploration/settlement".

Visiting Info

The opening hours and accessibility information are not available.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are mentioned.

Details

NameSt. Hubertus
CityRiding
CountryGermany
Coordinates48.384285, 12.009189
ArchitectJohn Geiser
Current useCatholic church