St. Severus Church

Boppard, Germany

The romanesque church of St. Severus with its two towers was built in the 12th-13th centuries over the Roman baths. The church has a rich architectural construction and very decorative frescoes. Unique details are the Triumph Cross (13th century), early Christian gravestones and baptismal font (6th century).

References:

Boppard Tourism

Address

Untere Marktstraße 22, Boppard, Germany

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

www.boppard-tourismus.de
www.agermanyattraction.com

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Emile Kas Nasrallah (‫إميل قس نصرالله Εμιλ‬‎) (2 years ago)
Wonderful

Emilian Kavalski (5 years ago)
This is a beautiful and unique church.

Manu Sebastian (5 years ago)
A beautiful and quiet place of prayer at the riverside.

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