St Martin Kirche
St Martin Kirche
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George C
7 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
We only had a fleeting visit to this lovely church in Cochem and could have spent more time but the dictates of the tour group were that we also had other things to see.

It's worth taking the time to look at the wonderful spire.

The inside isn't on a grand scale but does have some wonderful modern stained glass windows that are well worth taking in. They were probably the highlight of the church for me.
Written 29 July 2023
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ROAMINGSCOT55
Cumbernauld, UK297 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2019
Even from the outside this Church is beautiful - the architecture and steeple is so unusual. It is worth going in and having a look as well at taking some time to contemplate life.
Written 4 November 2019
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ghgoodrich
Bozeman, MT7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2019
We found an open door in the evening, entered quietly. The lights were low, but the soft-lit glory of the windows and their meaning captured us. A welcoming place to meditate and pray.
Written 7 October 2019
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retireeVancouver
Vancouver, Canada1,836 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Couples
The stark white spacious interior of this church is striking at first sight, but it is the beautiful stained glass work throughout the church that immediately caught my eye. They were done by the internationally renowned British stain glass artist, Patrick Reyntien (the figures) and Graham Jones (the color scheme).

The windows reminded me of Marc Chagall paintings. Each Gothic window uses 1 main color like red, yellow, green, or blue and with small bits of perhaps 1 other color. These windows along the upper sides of the church are long and narrow, either 2 or 3 panes wide. Each shows a biblical scene with the action and characters done in a black line drawing. The dominant color selected for the window washes over the drawing. For example, a green glass window shows scenes from the Garden of Eden; a blue glass window shows Jonah and the whale. These modern design windows were recent creations done by the elderly artist and his son. The design of the church could be considered a hall church as there are no side aisles or main nave.

The church is located about a block from the Markt square on Bernstrasse. Its "apse" (really the old choir) and onion domed tower are visible from the Moselle Promenade. Take a photo of the church from that position. The church was reconstructed in the 1950's hence its modern interior with smooth white plastered walls and faux vaulted white ceiling. Its thin round columns look like support columns that have been included for their functional value. The altar area has a modern beige decor with a block type altar and a large crucifix with silver applications that looks old. The silver organ pipes, placed on high alcoves on either side of the altar area, repeat the silver in that crucifix. In a niche opposite the altar is a silver bust of St. Martin, a relic, decorated with precious stones, a gift from the emperor in the 16th century. One feature that is a reminder of its medieval past is the choir area with its Gothic rib vaulting, strangely located at the back of the church, but the stained glass windows are modern designs.

The exterior of the church is constructed from beige quarrystone. Its onion domed tower stands over the rooftops and is a landmark for Cochem, along with Reichsburg Castle. The door/portal to enter the church was unremarkable.

Based on St. Martin's close position to the Markt and its dominant exterior, I would guess that this is, of the three Catholic churches in town, the main one. Its history goes back to the middle ages, mid 15th century. Presently, it still offers services. Allow about 10 -15 minutes for a quick visit to take photos.
Written 15 June 2019
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Larry C
4,320 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Couples
The contemporary stained glass windows are particularly dramatic because of the unadorned interior.

St. Martin's church was mentioned in a chronicle from the year 1130; the building went through various iterations with the lasted being 1931/1933. The structure with the exception of the "old choir" was destroyed by bombing in 1945. In 1959 an extension was constructed incorporating the old choir and the stained glass windows by London artists Patrick Reyntiens and Graham Jones.
The unique onion dome was built between 1959 and 1963.
Written 19 May 2019
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Tribe93
Manassas, VA650 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Couples
We had the place to ourselves early on a Tuesday morning. The stained glass contemporary and some of the most unique I've seen and is worth 10-15 minutes of your time just to see that. Acoustics sound great. I'd enjoy hearing the organ or a concert here.
Written 25 April 2019
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YTCHENG
Hong Kong, China15,491 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018 • Couples
Catholic Church of St. Martin can be regarded as one of the landmark of Cochem. This tall medieval structure can be seem along River Moselle because of its height. Renovation works have been carried out is such a way that stained glass windows were being replaced. Nice to have a look inside this Catholic Church.
Written 9 November 2018
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TWal1
Canberra, Australia2,926 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2018 • Couples
While the Reichsburg Castle overlooks Cochem, this church dominates the skyline within the township. The unusual spire is a striking feature, but the stained glass windows are more impressive. This is a modern church in a town which traces its roots back to medieval times.
Thanks for your vote.
Written 26 August 2018
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Sharon Thieman
Mendota Heights, MN438 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2018 • Couples
This church is located on Moselpromenade 8 by the bridge. It is a very modern church in the middle of a very traditional German town. Easy stop as you walk through the city.
Written 22 August 2018
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Patricia M
Skegness336 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2018 • Friends
We admired the stained glass windows in the church, which is quite near the bus station. We were just going past, and were glad we called in, as it is well worth visiting,
Written 16 August 2018
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