1789 A new church rose in Feuerbach. It replaced a smaller dilapidated structure. This was the Stadtkirche St. Mauritius. The oldest church in Feuerbach. It stands proudly in the old town center. A testament to enduring faith. A Gemeindehaus stands attached.
The Stadtkirche St. Mauritius wasn’t always as it appears today. Its history stretches back centuries. Long before 1789. A wooden church likely stood here. Possibly as early as the 8th century. Following the Frankish mission. Saint Maurice became its patron.
The church’s patron saint. A name lost to time. Then rediscovered by Pastor Richard Kallee. He found the name Sant Mauritzen in a 1494 document. The Weistum of Feuerbach. This ancient record preserved the church’s forgotten identity.
A fascinating detail. A 14th-century Gothic window remains in the church tower. A reminder of an earlier structure. The tower itself dates back to at least the 14th century.
The Stadtkirche St. Mauritius has seen many changes. In 1619 it even served as a fortified church during the Thirty Years’ War. A time of great turmoil. Adding to its rich history. Its unique role in the defense of Feuerbach.
The church underwent a complete transformation in 1789. Master builder Groß oversaw this work. He built atop medieval walls. The tower’s original height was maintained. A Baroque cupola was added.
Inside. The church boasts exquisite features. Three windows by Wolf-Dieter Kohler. Installed in the choir in 1953. These stunning windows are a more recent addition. A fitting contribution to the church’s visual grandeur. Adding light and color to the space.
His father Walter Kohler contributed an earlier resurrection window. Installed in the tower chapel in 1934. A family legacy. Across generations. Shaping the spiritual heart of the Stadtkirche St. Mauritius.
A new organ by Rohlf in 1983. The current organ stands in the altar area. This instrument adds to the church’s rich soundscapes. The Stadtkirche St. Mauritius is home to vibrant musical life. The Mauritius choir. Children’s choirs. The youth choir. These groups enhance the spiritual experience through music.
Even today the Stadtkirche St. Mauritius stands tall. A symbol of faith. History. And resilience. Its enduring legacy speaks volumes. Not just in Feuerbach. But across Stuttgart and beyond. A true treasure.