14 Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Germany You Should Visit

If you are looking to explore the religious destinations of German culture, then Germany is sure to have some beautiful and historic churches that you can visit. 14 Most Beautiful Catholic Churches in Germany You Should Visit are on this list, with pictures as well as information on how to find them.

1. Mainz Cathedral

The Mainz Cathedral is the tallest church in Mainz and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and Saint Stephen. It is a Catholic Church in Germany that was built between 1008 AD to 1012 AD. This unfinished Romanesque church was named the Imperial Cathedral of the German empire by Pope Leo III. The cathedral has four towers that are 82 meters high and a crypt that contains over 12,000 written records, including tombstones of French soldiers who died in Mainz during World War I.

2. Berlin Cathedral

The Berlin Cathedral is a famous cathedral that was established in 1300 AD and has some of the most beautiful art in it. The Berlin Cathedral doesn’t have the tallest towers in Berlin, but it has a few huge walls that are 4 meters thick. The oldest part of this cathedral is a chapel called the Kaiserpfalz (emperor’s palace). This building was built to commemorate Emperor Wilhelm II as well as to protect him from rioters.

3. Aachen Cathedral

The Aachen Cathedral is an iconic landmark in Germany and has been the tallest structure in the city since 1077 AD. The Main Door of the cathedral was built by Carolingian, Duke of Franconia around 844 AD. It was later remodeled in 1106, 1145, and 1250 AD. The cathedral has a lot more than just a main door to look at – all of the walls are adorned with beautiful frescoes that are some of the best examples of medieval art.

4. Pilgrimage Church of Wies

The Pilgrimage Church of Wies is a beautiful Gothic church that was built in the 1400s AD. A small chapel that was built around the same time as the church was later replaced by a grand new building around 1450 AD. The interior of this church has been unbelievably imitated by many artists and architects since it was built, most notably Tintoretto and Bernini.

5. Our Blessed Lady Church

The Our Blessed Lady Church is a church that was dedicated to Mary in 1450 AD and was later rebuilt in the 1500s AD. This church has many interesting works of art that date from before 1500 to after 1600. (This work is one of them.)

6. St. Kilian Church

St. Kilian Church is a beautiful Baroque church that was built in 1715 AD and has been renovated since it was originally commissioned. The Baroque style that was prominent during this time period heavily influenced this church. The interior of the church Is beautiful, as is the exterior – it is a monumental building made up of both white and black marble.

7. Ulm Minster

The Ulm Minster is the tallest church in Ulm, Germany and the fourth largest gothic cathedral in Germany. This cathedral was completed in 1268 AD and has a lot of history underneath it – much of it was destroyed during World War II. The only parts that survived were the east and west towers which date from 1300 to 1350 AD.

8. Essen Minster

The Essen Minster is a Roman Catholic Church in Essen, Germany. It was built in the 13th century and restored during the late 19th century. The Church was designed by architect Joseph Plewe and is a cross-shaped edifice with four symmetrical towers.

9. Dresden Church of Our Lady

The Dresden Church of Our Lady was built between 1250 AD and 1280 AD as part of a Benedictine Monastery. The interior of this church is covered in 1005 paintings, all of which are original – not copies. The original paintings were created around 1300 AD, and many of them were painted by the same artist.

10. Loretto Church

The Loretto Church is part of a Benedictine monastery that was founded in 1098 AD. The Loretto Church was built in the 1200s AD and has a number of interesting features that distinguish it from others. The church is known for its beautiful gothic windows as well as the beautiful dark blue and gold art on the walls.

11. St. Maria im Kapitol Church

The St. Maria im Kapitol Church is a church that was built between 1250 AD and 1300 AD and is situated in Berlin, Germany. There are a number of interesting features to this church and they include a beautiful gothic portal, a carved altar and an impressive sculpture of a Greek athlete.

12. Cologne Cathedral

The Cologne Cathedral is a famous cathedral that was built between 1248 AD and 1255 AD as part of the Archbishopric of Aachen’s domain. The first build on the location of this cathedral was completed in 1098 AD, but it was destroyed during World War II. The Cologne Cathedral was rebuilt in 1248 AD by Archbishop Rudolf I of Cologne. This building is one of the largest cathedrals in Germany, and it is also the tallest.

13. Hamburg Cathedral

The Hamburg Cathedral is a famous cathedral that was built between 1250 AD and 1300 AD as part of the Archbishopric of Hamburg’s domain. The first building on the location was completed in 1173 AD, but it was destroyed during World War II. A new cathedral was built in 1967 AD that completely surpassed the old one in both beauty and size.

14. Freiburg Cathedral

The Freiburg Cathedral was built between 1250 AD and 1375 AD as part of the Diocese of Freiburg’s domain. The first building on the location of this cathedral was completed in 1180 AD, but it was destroyed during World War II. The most interesting features to this church are the intricate carvings that adorn its exterior.

Final Thoughts

That wraps up our list of the most beautiful churches in Germany. Germany has a lot of historical buildings that range from Baroque to Gothic and beyond to medieval times. If you’re interested in seeing more beautiful buildings in Germany, check out our article on the Most Beautiful Castles in Germany where you’ll find some other wonderful architectural works. Do you have any suggestions for other beautiful churches that we missed? Is there anything else you would like to see us talk about? Tell us in the comments!