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).

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Untere Marktstraße 22, Boppard, Germany
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

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

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Emilian Kavalski (6 months ago)
This is a beautiful and unique church.
Manu Sebastian (7 months ago)
A beautiful and quiet place of prayer at the riverside.
Marc Dubeau (2 years ago)
A beautiful church, I attended Mass in German and it was a real pleasure to hear the large organ played throughout the mass. When I entered there was a group of 5 nuns praying the rosary. The Masss was quite full for the 6h mass.
Patty Wimpfheimer (2 years ago)
Must see this place for the Chagall windows
Peter Päffgen (2 years ago)
Sehr kompetent
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