The St. John's Church in Rambin (address Dorfstrasse 7) was first mentioned in a document in 1300. It is one of the oldest churches on the island of Rügen. With the addition of a sacristy on the north side at the beginning of the 14th century as well as the extension with a four-bay nave, the church underwent a major redesign. [1] [2] [3]
It is not known when the wooden tower was added, as the building history of St. John's Church is poorly documented. [2] However, it is considered the youngest part of the church. [3]
The Gothic brick church was redesigned in baroque style around 1700, a wide and deep curved wooden ceiling was drawn in, a western gallery was built in and some furnishings were painted in gold and white. [2]
In the 18th century, the parish had a north and a south pore added. They received rich decorations, the northern area was considered a patron s lodge. [3]
After 1990, the church tower and roof truss could be renovated, and partial restorations were also carried out. The ceiling and stalls were painted and repaired by locals under the expert supervision of restorers.