Kreuzkirche

Hanover, Germany

Kreuzkirche was completed in 1333. It was built from brick in the same Baroque style that still prevails throughout the district. This is one of three churches in Hanover’s city centre. It was restored at the end of the 20th century, and houses an altar designed by the sculptor Lucas Cranach.

Address

Kreuzkirchhof 3, Hanover, Germany

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Details

Founded: 1333
Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: Habsburg Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Is Secret (17 months ago)
Peace ✌️

Noor Ul Ain (3 years ago)
History

Irina Kravchuk (3 years ago)
Old church with very nice tower. Especially nice view of it - from the Kreuzstraße street on the way from the Ballhofplatz.

Moon Lombok (6 years ago)
Nice place

Ahmad Badawy (6 years ago)
Was closed unfortunately

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