Franciscan Friary, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany

The Franciscan Friary of Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a former friary of the Conventual Franciscans in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The friary, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, was founded in 1281 by Hermann von Hornburg, Schultheiß of Rothenburg, and others. It was wound up in 1548 in the wake of the Reformation.

The buildings of the friary, vacated voluntarily, were used initially for the establishment of a grammar school, later as a home for the widows of priests. In 1805 the building became, among other things, a salt store. Parts of the premises (cloisters, refectory, etc.) were demolished; many of the contents were destroyed or sold, including the Wiblinger Altar by Tilman Riemenschneider.

In spite of the losses and damages of the past the church today is a significant example of the church of a mendicant order, with a rood screen and important art treasures.

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Hippek der Grosse (13 months ago)
Interesting, Protestant church, but very difficult to rate - was closed ??. Unfortunately only open for two hours in the afternoon on Sunday - a pity ... many tourists and guests want to visit the church ... unfortunately disappointment ??. I am totally disappointed because I expected a little more ... from me only three stars ⭐⭐⭐ ...

Nicole Schädler (20 months ago)
Very nice church in a city worth seeing.

Charles Clampitt (2 years ago)
Fun town and the walking tour of the town is well worth it.

Emiliano N. (2 years ago)
Beautiful church also famous for the coming of Pope Francis not too long ago located a few steps from the main square of Rothemburg free admission, not to be missed. This town never betrays ...... Fantastic in all its splendor and in all that it has to offer

Peter Munnichs (3 years ago)
Imposante kerk met mooi en artistiek houtsnijwerk van Tilman Riemenschneider. Apart is ook het schilderwerk op het altaar. Hier heeft een van de apostelen niet alleen een brilletje op, maar heeft hij zelfs al een boek in de handen. Beiden worden echter pas meer dan duizend jaar na het laatste avondmaal uitgevonden. Toch een mooie vondst in dit schilderij.

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