--- title: "Sigwards Church Idensen" url: "https://web.destination.one/en/poi/sigwards-church-idensen" description: "The foundations of the church were laid in 1129 and it was first mentioned in a deed of donation. Its original purpose was as a court church and burial church for Bishop Sigward of Minden. Bishop Sigward of Minden had this small Romanesque church built as his own church. The well-traveled companion of Emperor Lothar III brought important fresco painters to Idensen, who painted the church according to Byzantine models. It is considered one of the most important sacred small buildings of the Romanesque period a gem that is unparalleled in Lower Saxony." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/183116/3502d4fc1f42777ff29c24458820f931aa24f0c5b31c764ec1b358393c49a797/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Homepage > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Sigwards Church Idensen ======================= - Church Sigward Church, a historic stone building, is bathed in the evening light of the golden setting sun, which highlights the structure and details of its Gothic architecture. To the left, a shadow stretches across the lawn, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. The interior of Sigward Church, featuring a Romanesque vault, pews, and an old wall fresco. The sanctuary of Sigward Church features simple Romanesque architecture with a central altar. Large arched windows allow soft light to stream into the room, while frescoes depicting biblical scenes adorn the walls and create a peaceful, sacred atmosphere. The space is surrounded by columns that impressively frame the altar. A detailed mural in Sigward Church depicts an old man praying before a halo. This church is something very special The foundations of the church were laid in 1129 and it was first mentioned in a deed of donation. Its original purpose was as a court church and burial church for Bishop Sigward of Minden. Bishop Sigward of Minden had this small Romanesque church built as his own church. The well-traveled companion of Emperor Lothar III brought important fresco painters to Idensen, who painted the church according to Byzantine models. It is considered one of the most important sacred small buildings of the Romanesque period a gem that is unparalleled in Lower Saxony. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Guided tours for groups are available upon request: www.Sigwardskirche.de Read more Price info Free of charge Read more Eligibility - Suitable for any weather - for Groups - for individual guests Foreign Language German Other Furnishing/Equipment - Toilet Contact person Freundeskreis Sigwardskirche Idensen e. V.**Mr. Vorstandsvorsitzender Jörg Mecke** An der Sigwardskirche 3 31515 Wunstorf Author Steinhuder Meer Tourismus GmbHMeerstr. 15 - 19 31515 Wunstorf Organization Steinhuder Meer Tourismus GmbH License (master data) Steinhuder Meer Tourismus GmbH This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Nearby ------ View on map - Accomodations - Hotel - Hotel - Guesthouse - Place of interest - Church - Church - Church Contact **Freundeskreis Sigwardskirche Idensen e. V.** An der Sigwardskirche 3 31515 Wunstorf OT Idensen