St. Nicholas Cathedral Feldkirch
Vorarlberg
St. Nicholas Cathedral, located in the old town of Feldkirch, Vorarlberg, Austria, is the largest Gothic church in the region and serves as the cathedral of the Diocese of Feldkirch since 1968. The church's origins date back to around 1200, initially as a chapelry linked to older churches nearby. It became an independent parish in 1218 and was dedicated to Saint Nicholas in 1287. The original Romanesque structure suffered severe damage during city fires in 1348, 1396, and 1460, leading to a major Late Gothic reconstruction in 1478 under architect Hans Sturm. The current nave and gable roof date from this period, with the church tower completed in 1479. The choir, built around 1520, features a slightly lower gable roof. The cathedral also contains sacristies, a Lady Chapel, and a baptismal chapel, each with distinctive monopitch roofs. Its interior is notable for a wrought-iron pulpit from 1520, side altars including the Anna Selbdritt altar by local painter Wolf Huber (1521), and various artworks and stained glass windows from the 15th to 20th centuries. The cathedral houses several historic organs, including the oldest organ in Vorarlberg dating from 1699. The tower contains a rare nine-bell bronze peal, preserved through both World Wars for its cultural value. The cathedral stands as a protected monument and a centerpiece of Feldkirch's architectural and spiritual heritage.
ヒント: Visitors are advised to explore the cathedral during weekdays for a quieter experience and to check opening hours in advance via the official website. Booking guided tours or tickets ahead of time can enhance the visit, especially during peak tourist seasons. Discounts may be available for groups, seniors, and students. The nearby old town and Schattenburg castle complement the visit to the cathedral.
興味深い事実
- •The cathedral is the largest Gothic church in Vorarlberg.
- •Its wrought-iron pulpit was crafted in 1520 from a former sacrament house.
- •The Anna Selbdritt side altar was created by Feldkirch painter Wolf Huber in 1521.
- •The cathedral houses the oldest organ in Vorarlberg, dating back to 1699.
- •Its nine-bell bronze peal was preserved during both World Wars due to its historical significance.
歴史
The first church on the site was built around 1200 as a chapelry linked to older churches in the region and became an independent parish church in 1218.
Dedicated to Saint Nicholas in 1287, the original Romanesque building was repeatedly damaged in major fires in 1348, 1396, and 1460.
In 1478, architect Hans Sturm led a Late Gothic reconstruction adding a new nave and roof, with the church tower completed in 1479.
The choir was rebuilt around 1520 with a lower roof.
Since 1968, the church has served as the cathedral of the newly established Diocese of Feldkirch.
場所ガイド
Late Gothic Nave and Gable Roof1478
Rebuilt in 1478 by architect Hans Sturm, this part of the cathedral features characteristic Late Gothic architecture with a spacious nave and steep gable roof.
Church Tower1479
Completed in 1479, the church tower stands to the north of the building and houses a rare nine-bell bronze peal preserved through two world wars.
Choircirca 1520
Built around 1520 with a slightly lower gable roof, the choir is a key liturgical space featuring artistic works including the Beweinung Christi by Wolf Huber.
Anna Selbdritt Side Altar1521
Created in 1521 by local painter Wolf Huber, this side altar depicts Saint Anne with Mary and the child Jesus, a significant Renaissance artwork within the cathedral.
Wrought-Iron Pulpit1520
Crafted in 1520 from a former sacrament house, this intricately designed pulpit is a notable example of early 16th-century metalwork.
Historic Organs1699, 1878, 1976
The cathedral houses three organs: the main organ built in 1976 by Metzler and Sons, a choir organ from 1878, and the oldest organ in Vorarlberg dating from 1699.
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