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Mitte in Hannover in Region Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
 

Nicolaikapelle
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St. Nicholas Chapel

 
 
Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 7, 2026
1. Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker
Inscription.  
Nicolaikapelle
Wurde zwischen 1250 und 1284 als
'Capella leprosorum' erbaut.
Der Chor entstand um 1325.
1742, 1829 und 1883 wurde sie
umgebaut. Bis 1914 war sie
Kirche der englischen Gemeinde.
1943 wurde sie zerstört.
Der Chor ist heute das älteste
Bauwerk in unserer Stadt.

(English Translation)
St. Nicholas Chapel
Built between 1250 and 1284 as the 'Capella leprosorum'—the chapel of the lepers. The chancel dates from around 1325. The chapel was remodeled in 1742, 1829 and 1883. Until 1914, it served as the church of the English congregation. It was destroyed in 1943. Today, the chancel is the oldest surviving structure in our city.
 
Erected by Landeshauptstadt Hannover. (Marker Number 7.)
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1250.
 
Location. 52° 22.676′ N, 9° 43.935′ E. Marker is in Hannover, Niedersachsen (Lower Saxony), in Region Hannover. It is in Mitte. It can be reached from Goseriede just north of Kurt-Schumacher-Straße, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Goseriede 10, Hannover NI 30159, Germany. Touch for directions.

Regionally, 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: Justus Bier (within shouting
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distance of this marker); Anzeiger-Hochhaus / Anzeiger High-Rise (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Isidor Maissner (about 240 meters away); Bernhard Maissner (about 240 meters away); Regina Rivka Maissner (about 240 meters away); Isaac Maissner (about 240 meters away); Rosa Maissner (about 240 meters away); Dr. Fritz Frensdorff (approx. 0.2 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hannover.
 
Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 7, 2026
2. Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker
The marker is attached to the right side of the window.
Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 7, 2026
3. Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker
Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 7, 2026
4. Nicolaikapelle / St. Nicholas Chapel Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on October 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 26, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos:   1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 26, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
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Oct. 30, 2026