Reg.Nr. 86-G/15

Katharinenkloster (St. Catherine's monastery), Nuremberg

Rebuilding of a monastery dating from the late 13th century and conversion to municipal library. The building so was badly damaged in WWII that only the exerior walls survived. The remains of the convent have been preserved and missing sections have been carefully reconstructed ...
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Project details

Title:Katharinenkloster (St. Catherine's monastery), Nuremberg
Entr. year: 1986
Result:Diploma
Country: Germany
Town: Nuremberg (Bavaria)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Monastery
Actual use:Public library
Built: 13th century
The Jury's citation: "Für die umfassende und bemerkenswerte Wiederherstellung eines Klosters aus dem 13. Jahrhundert, das heute als Stadtbibliothek genutzt wird"
GPS:49°27'6.1"N 11°4'54.2"E

Description:
Rebuilding of a monastery dating from the late 13th century and conversion to municipal library. The building so was badly damaged in WWII that only the exerior walls survived. The remains of the convent have been preserved and missing sections have been carefully reconstructed using old plans. New building materials have been selected to combine well with the old. Modern installations for an up-to-date use. The library provides up to date facilities and caters for 600,000 visitors per annum. A café and other amenities are provided in the basement.