Mitte in Nürnberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob
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Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
1. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James Marker
Romanische Vorgängerkirche Erste urkundliche Erwähnung 1209
Zerbombt am 2. Januar 1945
Wiedereinweihung September 1962
Kunstwerke u.a. aus der Werkstatt von Veit Stoss und Michael Wohlgemut, der einzig erhaltene Hochaltar (14. Jh.) am ursprünglichen Standort in Süddeutschland
King’s Church – Teutonic Order Church – Pilgrimage Church on the Way of St. James – Tannhäuser Church. A Romanesque predecessor church is documented as early as 1209. The church was bombed on January 2, 1945. It was reconsecrated in September 1962. Works of art include pieces from the workshops of Veit Stoss and Michael Wohlgemut; the only surviving high altar from the 14th century still at its original location in southern Germany.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is January 2, 1945.
Location. 49° 26.97′ N, 11° 4.169′ E. Marker is in Nürnberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Mitte. It is at the intersection of Jakobsplatz and Ludwigstraße,
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Regionally, this marker is in German Franconia. Globally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Holy Roman Empire and also the former West Germany.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mittelfränkischer Jakobsweg / Middle Franconian Way of St. James (a few steps from this marker); St. Elisabeth kath. Pfarrkirche / St. Elisabeth Catholic Parish Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Weisser Turm / White Tower (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); Geschichte des Hauses Zirkelschmiedsgasse 26 / History of the House at Zirkelschmiedsgasse 26 (about 150 meters away); Georg Winter (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Fritz Prager (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Sidonie Stern (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Kaspar Hauser (approx. 0.4 kilometers away).
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
2. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James Marker
The view of the front entrance to the church with the marker at the right side of the doorway.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
3. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James Marker
The front view of the church with the western entrance.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
4. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James Marker
The view of the tower and eastern side of the church.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
5. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James Marker
The interior view of the nave and alter with the pulpit on the left side.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
6. Evang.-Luth. Kirche St. Jakob / Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. James
The High Altar in St Jakob Church dating from 1360. When closed, the left hand panel shows the Nativity, and the right hand panel shows the Crucifixion.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 22, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on March 22, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
