Alte Nikolaikirche

Church Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany

What to expect

The Alte Nikolaikirche, or Old St. Nicholas Church, is a medieval Lutheran church located in Frankfurt's old town. It has 51 bells, with 4 used for peals and 47 for carillons. The church was first built in the mid-12th century, with the current building constructed in the mid-15th century. It features a Gothic-style gallery added in 1476 and two significant tombstones created by Madern Gerthener. Visitors can enjoy the church's harmonious carillon, which is tolled by a total of 47 bells. The church is a great place to visit for its historical significance and beautiful architecture

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the church and listened to the 40 campanes playing a traditional German melody

Highlights: The kids loved the traditional German melody played by the 40 campanes ✨