Barnstedt Estate Chapel

Ancient, richly decorated chapel on the edge of the Manor Barnstedt with a beautiful environment that is perfect for a picnic break.

Since the 12th century, the family of Estorff is based on the manor Barnstedt. In 1576, the brothers Heinrich, Carl and Luleff of Estorff decided to build a chapel in Barnstedt. In 1593 Ludolph von Estorff fulfilled his father's wish and built this chapel. In 1731, Eleonore de Farcy de St. Laurent, wife of Ludolph-Otto von Estorff at Barnstedt, moved the chapel to this place, and provided it with a tower and a bell from 1368. The pulpit altar is also from this period. In 1893, the dilapidated chapel of Albrecht von Estorff was restored by a thorough renovation. The north entrance is laid on the west side and provided with a stem. In 1966 the overpainted pictures of the pulpit altar from the time of 1731 were uncovered, as well as the beam paintings. 1985 took place by the district Lüneburg a basic renovation. An old tile floor was uncovered again. The previously hidden framework of the gable front was made visible again. The ceiling surface got its old version back. On the oak ceiling planks, the "Grisaille" painting was completed. The aim of the renovation was to restore the original character of the chapel. Meanwhile (as of 2016) the chapel will be renovated again.
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Nice location, quiet peaceful place, nice bike and hiking trails