The Mariendom (St. Mary's Cathedral) in the pilgrimage site of Neviges is one of the most important church buildings of the 20th century. The unique concrete folded-plate structure with a free-form polygonal floor plan spans a floor area of approximately 2,800 square meters and is a major work by the architect and Pritzker Prize winner Gottfried Böhm (*1920 † 2021). In 1968, Cardinal Frings celebrated the first Holy Mass in the Mariendom. Since 1995, it and its adjacent buildings have been listed as a historic monument.

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🚶‍♀️Irma 🥾

December 9, 2022

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The first time I saw St. Mary's Cathedral, I was shocked.
Such a large concrete block in the middle of the old town, among the delicate half-timbered houses.
When I entered the very high-ceilinged, semi-dark room, I was pleasantly surprised by the simple interior. The alternation of light and shadow creates a mysterious atmosphere. I find the flowery mosaic windows, which bring the sunlight into the interior, particularly beautiful.

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Bumble-Bee

December 26, 2022

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Architecturally very interesting with many details. Just planting such a monster in the small town was already a crime in the 60s. The outbuildings on the forecourt are the crowning glory.

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1. Hardenberg Castle – Outer bailey of Hardenberg Castle loop from Velbert-Neviges

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2. Kuhlendahl Jewish Cemetery – Hardenberg Castle loop from Neviges

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3. Historic village center Düssel – Holzer Bachtal Stream Trail loop from Schlupkothen

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1. Hardenberg Castle – Outer bailey of Hardenberg Castle loop from Velbert-Neviges

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