St. Nicholas Chapel: Place of worship for various denominations and Coburg’s Jewish community
St. Nicholas Chapel has served as a house of worship for various Christian denominations over the centuries. For almost 60 years, it was used as a synagogue. Built in 1442 in the Gothic style and dedicated to St. Nicholas of Myra – patron saint of travellers, pilgrims, and those in need – the chapel has a fascinating history. In 1706, a belfry with an Italian roof was added to the gable roof. In 1806, Duke Ernst I granted the Catholic community parish rights and allowed shared use of the chapel. From 1873, it served as a synagogue for the Jewish community. In 1932, the Coburg town council, with support from National Socialist members, ended the agreement allowing the chapel’s use as a synagogue. After World War II, the Evangelical Free Church of Baptists took residence. Since 1962, the Old Catholic community has used the chapel for its services.
