Church, mosque or temple · Germany · Bavaria

St James's Church Rothenburg

A Gothic church with a carved altar by Tilman Riemenschneider.

Paid entry about 30 min

For storytellers

Why St James's Church Rothenburg matters

St James's is the town's main church, and the star inside is a carved wooden altar by the Renaissance master Tilman Riemenschneider. Its figures tell the story of the Last Supper with extraordinary detail. It's a quiet stop from the busy streets.

Talking points

  • Riemenschneider carved the Holy Blood Altar
  • It is a Gothic church
  • It is a calm break from the crowds

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