The St. Wolfgang Church or Schäfers Church should be seen by every Rothenburg visitor. Built into the defense system of the Blade Bastion, it has three altars as well as loopholes for defense against attackers.

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Michael (Wasi)

January 30, 2025

This late Gothic fortified church was built between 1475 and 1493 and is part of the city's fortifications. It is also called the Shepherds' Church because it was built by the Brotherhood of Shepherds.

The church has three notable altars, with the Marienaltar (Altar of the Virgin) being the oldest and dating to around 1480-90. The architectural design includes unique elements such as underground casemates and a battlement walkway that can be accessed from inside

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Eleion

May 28, 2017

The late Gothic fortified church of St. Wolfgang was integrated directly into the fortifications of the blade bastion and, in addition to underground battlements, has other defensive mechanisms. The church was built between 1475 and 1493, it was given a high altar in 1514.

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Admission (St. Wolfgang Church)
1.50 € per person

Opening times (St. Wolfgang Church)
April 1st to June 31st: Friday / Saturday / Sunday / public holidays 10 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
July 1st to September 11th: daily (except Tuesday) 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
September 12th to November 5th: Friday / Saturday / Sunday / public holidays 10 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.
During Advent: Saturday / Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Last entry 30 minutes before the end.

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Location: Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Landkreis Ansbach, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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