Flintbek: Brick Gothic and Art Treasures

Flintbek can also be explored through its church history. The Late Gothic brick church probably dates from the 14th century; permission to build a church in Flintbek was granted as early as 1223. The two dates mark different stages: an early authorisation and the probable age of the present church building. Flintbek thus connects a specific place with a history that can be traced over several centuries.

Church Art from Different Centuries

Inside are a three-part Late Gothic carved altarpiece from around 1450, a bronze baptismal font by Reymer Jappe dating from 1515, and a Marcussen organ built in 1845 and later modified. The works represent different forms of church furnishings: a carved altarpiece, bronze, and an organ. Their different dates of origin give the church more than one historical point of reference and make its furnishings interesting to travellers interested in architectural and art history.

A digital visit is also possible: the Flintbek Church website offers a virtual tour where you can view, among other things, the tower and bells. Check whether the tour is available before visiting. This lets you consider these additional insights alongside the artworks inside the church when planning your trip.

Nature, Trails and Culture in the Wider Rendsburg-Eckernförde Destination

The wider Rendsburg-Eckernförde destination offers a range of themes, from the coast to protected landscapes. Rendsburg-Eckernförde district has 55 kilometres of Baltic Sea coastline and a 1,000-kilometre network of signposted cycle routes. Four nature parks are located in the district. A significant part of them consists of nature and landscape conservation areas, providing habitats for a diverse range of animal and plant life.

The landscapes of the nature parks each have their own distinctive character. Westensee-Obere Eider Nature Park is defined by numerous lake systems in the Schleswig-Holstein Uplands; it includes Westensee, covering around 7 km² and a popular destination for day trips. The banks of the Eider in the nature park provide a habitat for kingfishers, while Dosenmoor is home to distinctive flora and fauna. In fine weather, the panoramic view from 98-metre-high Aschberg extends to the Kiel Canal, Eckernförde Bay and the state capital, Kiel.

Hikers can choose from a variety of routes through these landscapes: the 180-kilometre Nature Park Hiking Trail passes through the district’s four nature parks. The European long-distance hiking trail E1, marked throughout with a white St Andrew’s cross, runs through the Hüttener Berge, Brekendorf Forest and over Aschberg. This means there is both a route through all four nature parks and a long-distance trail that passes through named landscapes.

Coastal Towns, Architectural History and Regional Distinctiveness

Nature and culture come together in Rendsburg-Eckernförde district, without being limited to a single theme for day trips or holidays. Eckernförde has a four-kilometre-long white sandy beach. The town is also associated with smoking sprats and other small fish: the famous Kiel sprats actually come from the fishing town of Eckernförde.

Historic places and buildings also shape the wider destination. Rendsburg’s Old Town originated in the 13th century and is still characterised by medieval buildings. The Jewish Museum in Rendsburg is housed in Schleswig-Holstein’s oldest surviving synagogue and is both a historic listed building and a memorial site. The Dutch windmill in Groß Wittensee dates from 1874. In addition to its museum grounds, Molfsee Open-Air Museum has a historic fairground with two carousels, a swing boat and a strength tester, as well as a large playground.

If you are looking for accommodation in Flintbek, it helps to decide what you want to focus on: would you like Flintbek’s church history to be the main attraction, or would you also like to include the coast, nature, cycling and culture of the wider Rendsburg-Eckernförde destination?

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