Brunnenkirche, Erfurt

Name: Brunnenkirche
Address: Erfurt, Germany

#28 among attractions in Erfurt

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The Brunnenkirche is an originally Romanesque church in the city center of Erfurt.

Its name comes from the fact that its choir was built over a pre-Christian well dedicated to the goddess Silvia. The church was built in 1253 and restored after a fire in 1472. It underwent restoration both in 1701 and in 1890 and 1954. The tower of the church has already been largely demolished. In 1957 the well was filled in. It has a three-sided east end, late Gothic carved figures that can be dated to the 15th century and a painting, painted after 1700, which shows representations from the history of the well chapel.

Today, the church is used by the Convent of the Augustinians in Erfurt and their staff congregation, as well as by the Catholic Student Community of Erfurt and the Bildungshaus St. Martin.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 50°58'27"N, 11°1'24"E

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Brunnenkirche – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Erfurt Cathedral, Angermuseum, Memorial and Education Centre Andreasstraße, Augustinerkloster.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Brunnenkirche?

Nearby attractions include Maria Gloriosa, Erfurt (2 min walk), Erfurt Cathedral, Erfurt (3 min walk), Sankt Severi, Erfurt (4 min walk), Brühler Garten, Erfurt (5 min walk).

How to get to Brunnenkirche by public transport?

The nearest stations to Brunnenkirche:

Tram

Brühler Garten/Lutherstraße (3 min walk)
Brühler Garten • Lines: 4 (4 min walk)

Bus

Alte Oper • Lines: 51 (6 min walk)
Domplatz • Lines: 90 (7 min walk)

Train

Erfurt Hbf (17 min walk)