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the Castle Church: A Mighty Fortress is Our God

A Mighty Fortress is Our God

Top of the Great Tower (1496), a sturdy round tower at the west end of the church. A modern band around the tower reads "Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott" - the German title of Luther's famous hymn,

Credit: Holly Hayes