Huge Gothic cathedral that dominates the city of Freiburg. The cathedral dates back to the 13th century and has a fantastic 116-meter tall tower, often considered one of the most beautiful in the world. The tower is the only Gothic church tower in Germany that was fully completed in the Middle Ages (1330), and has lasted intact until the present. Amazingly, the tower survived the WWII bombing of 1944. The church has incredible stained glass windows with interesting inclusions like socks, scissors, pretzels, etc. to relate to people's professions. Inside, there are massive old wooden donation boxes, reinforced with iron bands, with huge locks. There also also four sets of organ pipes including some that are absolutely massive.See more..
The Church of the Holy Spirit is the largest church in Heidelberg and is an imposing figure in the market square. It was contructed between 1398 and 1515 in both the Romanesque and Gothic styles. Located in central market square in front of the church is the Hercules fountain. Its a vibrant area with lots of seating areas, cafes and bars.See more..
4.5Maulbronn Monastery(333 reviews) - Oldest and preserved medieval monastery in Europe Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
Maulbronn Monastery - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - is one of Europe's most well-preserved medieval monastery complexes. It combines a multitude of architectural styles, ranging from Romanesque to Gothic. Later it became a School, with a number of illustrious graduates, among them Nobel laureate Herrmann Hesse.See more..
4.5St. Michael(174 reviews) - Unbelievable Art, Not to be Missed! Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites
St. Michael is first documented in 1156. Throughout the 15th and 16th century modifications were made on this church. There are many beautiful works of art in here, please check out all the pictures and descriptions I post. We walked up the many stairs of the bell tower, it was gorgeous to look out over this beautiful town. Historic, glorious sounding bells that were made from 1299 - 1538 are easily visible as you climb the steps of the bell tower. The high altar with the "Passion and Resurrection of Jesus" was completed in 1460. Other altars are here form the 16th century. The main, big ,crucifix is dated to 1494. This is a must see church in a must see town!See more..
4.0Kloster Allerheiligen(165 reviews) - Specially good for sunny days Religious Sites
I was there with friends and children. It is a nice place to go, because the children can imagine how this place was before. They enjoyed looking at “I am now at the entrance door”. There is also a small museum with some history of the place. Do not miss the waterfalls! See more..
4.5Monastery and Palace Bebenhausen(160 reviews) - Magnificent place Friday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
The tour around the monastery church, summer refectory, dormitory and well house brings the history of this former Cistercian monastery to life. Founded in 1183-1184, Bebenhausen Monastery is nestled in the gently rolling hills of the Schonbuch Nature Reserve. In the 19th century, the kings of Wurttemberg coverted parts of the complex into a private hunting Palace. You can still see the original furnishings today.See more..
After a town walk I discovered the church, and though it was officially closed, the doors were still open and I stepped in. No warden in sight, no other visitors. I sat down in the small chapel to rest and pray. I tried to light a candle, but there were none left. After 10 mins member of staff, presumably a reverend or warden, stepped in and made noises - a clear sign for me to leave, but I did not feel pressured. In October 2011 the church is being renovated. The entrance is therefore difficult to find. See more..
4.0Salem Monastery & Palace(139 reviews) - Nice former monastery/palace, do the tour Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Religious Sites
The former Cistercian monastery at Salem is one of the most important cultural heritage sites in the Lake Constance Region, and one of the most beautiful. Salem Monastery and Palace (Kloster und Schloss Salem) is a singular combination of Gothic solemnity and Baroque splendour.See more..
4.5Klosterruine Hirsau(126 reviews) - beautiful relic of the medieval black forest Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Sites • Religious Sites
if you enjoy medieval history, these ruins are for you. the sandstone remains of this once great abbey echo with the chants ajd prayers of a long lost age. fascinating site.See more..
4.5Kloster Wiblingen(116 reviews) - A hidden gem Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Wiblingen Monastery (Kloster Wiblingen) and its church represent the final masterpiece of Baroque architecture in Upper Swabia. The interior of the library is considered one of the most finest examples of Rococo architecture.See more..
4.5St. Kilian(69 reviews) - Notice the details Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
Church named for Irish Catholic missionary and saint.See more..
Bad Säckingen old town is not very large, clearly the wooden bridge and the minster are the highlights. Here we have a nice beautiful Baroque church, one of the larger one in the region with many frescoes, altarpieces and stucko domes in the side chapels. A nice stop if you are in the region (right now also open, but don't forget to bring your mask)See more..
4.5Herrgottskirche(64 reviews) - Had seen photos - still not prepared for the beauty Religious Sites
We were driving from Frankfurt to Munich, and made the slight detour to see this church. We are so glad we did! We stepped from a charming church courtyard, complete with ancient carved tombstones, into the church's dim exterior. It's freezing cold in there, but the second our eyes caught sight of the altarpiece, we were unaware of such mundane considerations as temperature. The altar is just stunning. I stood there with dropped jaw for a long time before I could move. They did let me take photos as long as I disabled the camera's flash, and there was enough light to get a pretty decent picture (see attached). The rest of the church has some interesting artwork, and an interesting story of its founding, but clearly the main claim to fame is the altar. Gorgeous, inspired carving, whether of a disciple's face, billowing folds of a robe, or intricate patterned framework. If you can get there, go!See more..
4.0Evangelische Stadtkirche(64 reviews) - Unusual and attractive church Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
We all know instinctively that churches are designed and built either on a rectangular or a cross-shaped pattern. Except that this one isn't - it was built with 2 almost identical naves at right angles to each other, with the altar at the intersection point. Somebody thought that there should be separate seating areas for men and women, and this l-shaped design was the result. What made our visit much more poignant was to read about the war-time destruction and subsequent re-building and restoration of the church. Worth pausing a moment and offering a few words to whatever deity you choose.See more..
4.5Sankt Georg(60 reviews) - World Culture Heritage Site Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
An Island in Lake Constance, all the historic churches are worth visiting. The island is also known as the Vegetable Island.See more..
4.5Basilica of St. Peter and Paul(55 reviews) - A stunning Church full of history Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
This Church is at the top end of the Island and is the 2nd oldest church on the Island.It was founded by the former Bishop of Verona,Egino and consecrated in 799.The origional church was replaced in the 11th century by the church that is still standing today.The paintings on the walls date back to this time and the church under went a major redesign in 1750 to Rococo style.It is very peaceful inside and invites one to sit for a few minutes in silent prayer.The Benedictine order are active on the Island once more and Mass is celebrated twice a week in the church.See more..
We came for a brief visit of this wonderful monastry in Münstertal. All very well maintained and with impressive skulptures and relicts. Also time outside in the gardens is well spent. Is this a helpful review? Then please give me a "Thumbs up Thank FrankGeisler" by clicking the button below.See more..
5.0Münster St. Nikolaus(55 reviews) - Very nice church Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
This is in the old town of Uberlingen and was not crowded at all. It was open to all to visit and see up close. We enjoyed it very much.See more..
I liked the chapel inside the Abbey grounds. It is a holy and reverent place to sit and meditate, pray, worship. The Cistercien Abbey is at the end of Lichtentaller Allee. It is an easy stroll along the beautiful sights of Lichtentaller Allee and the river Oos. We walked to it and also rode bikes there one other time.See more..
4.5Grosscomburg Monastery(54 reviews) - Unique fortified monastery Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Grosscomburg Monastery (Kloster Großcomburg) - one of Europe's greatest gems - stands strong and majestic, high above the Kocher Valley. It is known for two precious treasures: its goldplated antependium and its Romanesque wheel chandelier.See more..
4.5Kloster Schoental(52 reviews) - Nice cistercian cathedral Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Baroque gem and Gotz von Berlichingen's burial palace Unusual for a Cistercian monastery, the Baroque Schontal Monastery (Kloster Schontal) is adorned with two towers. What's more, the monastery houses the remains of Gotz von Berlichingen.See more..
4.0The Old Synagogue Square(51 reviews) - Powerful reminder of horrific times Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Religious Sites
A model of the destroyed Synagogue is one of the reminders of the terrible night in November 1938 when the Synagogue was set ablaze, along with many others throughout the country. With a footprint of the building reflected in the water feature, it is today a open tranquil space. Interestingly there was a proposal in 2016 that the name of the square be changed from Old to Destroyed, to more accurately reflect the fate of the Holy Place. In the following year the renaming proposal was no longer pursued.See more..
4.5Kloster Bronnbach(48 reviews) - A splendid former Cistercian Monastary Religious Sites
We were a large party and organised a guided tour which was excellent. The welcome was very good. Parking is very easy.See more..
Crossing Wiwilíbrücke and seeing the great double towers was exciting. Viewing the exceptional ornate facades in lovely stone with so much dark stone decorative flourishes was wonderful. Culminating in green apex spires the towers are festooned with adornment, in keeping with the rest of the edifice. Destroyed during WW II, it was subsequently reconstructed and rededicated in 1952.See more..
4.5Muenster St. Maria und Markus(40 reviews) - Impressive oldest church on Island Reichenau Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Very impressive church. It is the oldest church on the island, the Abbey of St. Mary and Markus. The former monastery church was founded in 724. The oldest parts are the crossing arches and the eastern cross aisle from the cross basilica consecrated in 816. The present appearance of the west-work was consecrated in 1048 in the presence of Emperor Henry IV. The former convents building serves as rectory and the administration of the municipality. In the associated very spacious cellar, the winegrowers' association presses the "Reichenauer" wine. In the treasury of the abbey numerous reliquaries and other cult objects from the 5th - 18th century can be seen.See more..
This Catholic church was very pretty on the inside and details can be seen from the tip of the roof to the bottom of the floor. Even the door on the outside is breathtaking. The church has post cards on the inside of the different designs found on the church if you want a copy. Very nice area as well!See more..
4.0Frauenkirche Esslingen(36 reviews) - Jewel found by chance... Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Having just moved to the area I had hiked up the hills exploring. On my way back into town I rounded the corner and this beautiful church stood before me. Very much in the style of English gothic cathedrals, I was impressed with the architecture and how well maintained it was. Well worth a visit if in the area. See more..
4.5Schlosskirche St. Marien(30 reviews) - Perfect for a wedding Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
As its name suggests, this charming little church on the island of flowers joins to the castle. Six years ago, we were very lucky because a small orchestra practiced for a wedding a Whitney Huston's song, "A Moment in Time" on their accordions. It perfectly suited to the atmosphere of the church, and it was such an experience that we stayed far behind the planned time. Now, did not have such luck. We shared this richly decorated Baroque style church only with other photo-making tourists.See more..
4.0Klosterhof Söflingen(30 reviews) - An old part of city of Ulm, old streets and beautiful river Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas • Religious Sites
A very nice old part of Ulm . Small nice river with an old wooden turbine . Small streets and wooden houses . A few hotels and restaurants 300 years old . In the outskirts of Ulm .See more..
4.5Christuskirche(27 reviews) - Impressive Art Nouveau Protestant church inspired by the baroque Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
This church was constructed between 1907 and 1911. Heavily damaged in the Second World War, it was renovated in 1981 and 1993. It has a very active music program and a superb 1911 Steinmeyer organ. There a a Bach choir that is resident in the church that performs frequently throughout the year for both religious services and secular concerts.See more..
4.5Kloster Lorch(24 reviews) - Mainly came ot see Staufen Dynasty Round picture Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
In medieval times, Lorch Monastery (Kloster Lorch) was the Hohenstaufen family's place of worship and burial site. Several family members were laid to rest here, including Irene, daughter of a Byzantine emperor and wife of King Philipp of Schwaben.See more..
4.0Kloster Reichenbach(21 reviews) - Old church and interesting herbal garden Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites
This place was monastery, and it remained catholic until 1600. During the 30 years war again it was catholic, but in 1649, eventually it became evangelic again.Today it is evangelic, and the interior is simple. But the church itself is interesting, parts of it has a history back to 1178, and even though changes it is today much like it was about 1300.- It is nothing left of the monastery. Therefore please have a look inside. You will find Romanesque and early Gothic details. It is also a modern, but beautiful stained glass window. Just outside the church there is a herbal garden absolutely well worth a visit.See more..
5.0Schönenbergkirche(20 reviews) - Schöne Kirche Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Schöne Wallfahrtskirche oberhalb von Ellwangen gelegen- auf den 530 Schönenberg. Auf jedenfall ich Besuch wert- wenn man mal in Ellwangen ist. See more..
Magnificent gothic architecture is interesting and well lighted. Could do with a brochure or other brief explanation of its history.See more..
4.5Jakobskapelle - Berglekapelle(20 reviews) - Great exercise/great view Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
We walked up to the chapel each night at dusk. Serene and beautiful. It is off the beaten path, but well worth at least a visit. You can enjoy the scenery of the entire valley and appreciate the beauty of the Black ForestSee more..
4.5Basilika St. Vitus(18 reviews) - interesting concept of two churches being connected Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
two churches..one catholic and one protestant are connected through a door but up to 1860's both were catholic...See more..
4.0Kloster Schussenried(18 reviews) - Check when church is open to visitors Friday: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Schussenried Monastery is a captivating cultural site with heavenly Baroque style. It enchants visitors with one of the most beautiful libraries in southern Germany. In addition, it offers a rich and varied program of cultural events.See more..
Yet another of Bavaria's picturesque village pilgrimage churches.See more..
4.0Synagoge(14 reviews) - An Interesting Design In the Original Jewish Quarter. Religious Sites
The modern Syngogue occupies a large area & has information boards on Jewish history at the street side of Rabbiner-grunewald-Platz. I was unable to visit inside as it was not service time.See more..
4.0Stadtkirche St. Georg(13 reviews) - Beautiful and Simple Protestant Church Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Visited this historic church while driving the Romantic Road from Wurzburg to Fussen. Very simply decorated Protestant church dating back to the 1420's. Beautiful stained glass windows, carved wooden benches and a wonderful portrait of the Last Supper on the Altar. Worth a peek. Love the vaulted beams. Great light, no one there!See more..
4.5Freilichtmuseum Heuneburg -Keltenstadt Pyrene(10 reviews) - Open-Air Museum Heuneberg - Celtic Town Pyrene Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
The open-air museum Keltenstadt Pyrene (“Freilichtmuseum Heuneburg - Keltenstadt Pyrene”) is 2 kilometres north of the village of Hundersingen near Herbertingen. It is located on a hill, overlooking the Danube River. There are many archaeological finds on display that were excavated in this region. You can visit a replica of a Celtic manor as well as the reconstruction of houses where people lived 3000 years ago and one segment of the rebuild city fortifications. The open-air museum “Freilichtmuseum Heuneburg - Keltenstadt Pyrene” is connected with the Celtic Museum Heuneberg (Keltenmuseum) – which has also been reviewed on Tripadvisor – via an 8 kilometre long hiking trail. The circular walk is called “Archäologischer Rundwanderweg Heuneburg”. But you don’t need to walk all the way. There is a large parking lot if you go with your own vehicle. I recommend going to both, the open-air museum “Freilichtmuseum Heuneburg - Keltenstadt Pyrene” and the Celtic Museum Heuneberg (Keltenmuseum). They are both worth a visit anyway and only 2 kilometres apart from each other, plus there are some obvious advantages: Firstly you get a discount if you buy tickets for both at the same time. Secondly, the information given makes much more sense, after seeing the digging site. And thirdly, the open-air museum offers an inexpensive snack bar where you can relax with coffee and cake after taking in lots of information. Unfortunately the information boards provided are in German only, but both places are worth a visit nevertheless since they are beautiful sights itself.See more..
3.5Marienkapelle(10 reviews) - Small quaint chapel Religious Sites
Wertheim converted to the Protestant faith around 1521/22. As a result the chapel was no longer needed and used by merchants who used the premises as a warehouse. Early in the 20th century it was taken over by the Protestant church and was renovated and consecrated. The lovely stained glass windows of the chapel are worth seeing. There is also the statue of Mary. Its a small cute chapel.See more..
4.5Marienkirche(9 reviews) - Lovely church Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
Beautiful church built in the 14th century. Beautiful stained windows and gothic carved altar is amazing to see.See more..
3.5Kilianskapelle(8 reviews) - Small but beautiful Religious Sites
This is a very beautiful small church. It's very easy to find. Lots of lovely details, including very nice doors.See more..
Lovely church from the outside. I didn't go in as it was closed. Great architecture. It looked like the surrounding area was undergoing some restoration.See more..
5.0St. Josefs-Kapelle(7 reviews) - Lovely church in the mountains of Todtmoos Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
While we were on our trek we found this lovely church in the mountains, nearby a renowned hotel. We were immediately attracted by it. Inside was lovely as well and it gave us some to rest as well! We were certainly glad that the doors were open! The view from here was unforgettable!See more..
