Haderslev Domkirke
The origins of this redbrick cathedral go back to the 13th century; but over the years it's been torn down, rebuilt, destroyed, rebuilt, and so on, so what you see today is a mishmash of styles. The transept and nave are the most ancient parts of the cathedral, dating from the mid-13th century. Many additions, however, were made over the years, including the bronze font from the late 1400s and a baroque pulpit added in 1636. A restored Sieseby organ has a beautifully clear sound, and is played regularly. At the altar you'll see a Romanesque crucifix, probably from the beginning of the 14th century, and statues of Mary and John along with alabaster figures of the Apostles. The church played an important part in the Reformation, becoming the first Lutheran church in the country. A disastrous fire swept over the Domkirke in 1627, destroying much of the building, but a restoration was completed by 1650. When Haderslev reunited with Denmark in 1920, a new diocese was established, making the Domkirke a true cathedral. In August, concerts are given on the previously mentioned organ at 8pm on Tuesday and at 4:30pm Friday. These days might vary, depending on the availability of performers, so a call in advance to the tourist office might clear up any confusion. The Friday concert is usually free, while admission to the Tuesday concert is DKK80 ($14/£8).
The origins of this redbrick cathedral go back to the 13th century; but over the years it's been torn down, rebuilt, destroyed, rebuilt, and so on, so what you see today is a mishmash of styles. The transept and nave are the most ancient parts of the cathedral, dating from the mid-13th century. Many additions, however, were made over the years, including the bronze font from the late 1400s and a baroque pulpit added in 1636. A restored Sieseby organ has a beautifully clear sound, and is played regularly. At the altar you'll see a Romanesque crucifix, probably from the beginning of the 14th century, and statues of Mary and John along with alabaster figures of the Apostles. The church played an important part in the Reformation, becoming the first Lutheran church in the country. A disastrous fire swept over the Domkirke in 1627, destroying much of the building, but a restoration was completed by 1650. When Haderslev reunited with Denmark in 1920, a new diocese was established, making the Domkirke a true cathedral. In August, concerts are given on the previously mentioned organ at 8pm on Tuesday and at 4:30pm Friday. These days might vary, depending on the availability of performers, so a call in advance to the tourist office might clear up any confusion. The Friday concert is usually free, while admission to the Tuesday concert is DKK80 ($14/£8).
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