Liebfrauen-Überwasser Church
Überwasserkirche
A 14th-century Gothic hall church on the far side of the Aa River. Its tall tower is part of the old town skyline.
“Überwasser” means the church lies on the other side of the Aa River. It is a leading example of the Westphalian Gothic hall church, and its tower stands about 60 meters tall. In 1534, during the Anabaptist movement, the church's statues were destroyed, and some fragments are now kept in the LWL Museum. Entry is free. The church is close to the university district and the promenade, and in winter a small Christmas market is held in the square in front of it.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Promenade
- LWL Museum of Art and Culture
- St. Paulus Cathedral
- Domplatz Weekly Market
- Kiepenkerl Monument
- Kunstmuseum Pablo Picasso
- Prinzipalmarkt
- Historic City Hall & Hall of Peace