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Strasbourg · 67
Saint-Guillaume Church, built in 1307 in Strasbourg's Krutenau district, surprises with its leaning steeple, inherited from a trapezoidal porch. It houses a rare rood screen, a unique organ on rails, and ancient stained glass, while maintaining a Protestant worship since the Reformation.
Discover this placeGuémar · 68
Saint-Léger Church, documented since 1278 and linked to the Abbey of Murbach near Colmar, features a 12th-century Romanesque tower and an 18th-century nave. Its vanished fortified cemetery leaves a mark on the terrain's relief.
Discover this placeGuebwiller · 68
This late Romanesque parish church, built between 1182 and 1235, is notable for its two-tower facade, open porch, and octagonal bell tower. Its harmonious architecture distinguishes it from other often unfinished Romanesque churches in Alsace.
Discover this placeLipsheim · 67
Saint-Pancrace Church, rebuilt in 1830 by architect Osterrieth, retains remnants from the 16th-17th centuries. Its side altars hold 18th-century paintings attributed to Joseph Sorg, stylistically close to those of Jacques Bergerat for Strasbourg Cathedral.
Discover this placeStrasbourg · 67
This place of worship, marked by centuries of history, combines Merovingian and Gothic remains. Today, it jointly hosts Protestant and Catholic celebrations.
Discover this placeStrasbourg · 67
This neo-Romanesque and Renaissance church, built between 1889 and 1893, impresses with its giant dome and sumptuous interior. Its decorations, including a carved pulpit and a choir mosaic, make it a gem of Strasbourg's Neustadt.
Discover this placeIllkirch-Graffenstaden · 67
Saint-Symphorien Church in Illkirch, built between 1863 and 1865 in a neo-Romanesque style, houses remarkable stained glass windows and a polychrome wooden sculpture of the Virgin and Child.
Discover this placeBeblenheim · 68
Saint-Sébastien Protestant Church in Riquewihr, built between 1864 and 1866, replaces an old Catholic church mentioned around 1300. Its bell tower houses a 1598 bell and an 1867 organ, while its rear wall features nine tombstones from the 15th to 18th centuries.
Discover this placeEschau · 67
Saint-Trophime Abbey Church in Eschau, a historic monument since 1898, is Alsace's oldest standing Romanesque church. It features a 14th-century stained glass window, a medieval reliquary, and a 19th-century organ in a serene, minimalist setting.
Discover this placeReichsfeld · 67
This 12th-century Romanesque church, recently restored, features magnificent Baroque paintings. Its tower with human faces and 1934 stained glass windows by F.X. Zetter complete this remarkable heritage.
Discover this placeMarmoutier · 67
The Marmoutier Abbey Church, founded around 590, is a gem of religious architecture. Its archaeological crypt and successive restorations make it a must-see for history enthusiasts.
Discover this placeOsenbach · 68
The Saint-Étienne Church, founded in the 12th century, features a massive Romanesque bell tower with arrow slits, topped by three levels decorated with arcades and small columns. Enlarged in 1822, only its original tower remains today, renovated in 1977.
Discover this placeSeltz · 67
The Saint-Étienne Church in Seltz, a listed historic monument, overlooks the Rhine valley. Its history, marked by destruction and rebuilding since Roman times, culminated in its consecration in 1964 after the devastation of World War II.
Discover this placeWittenheim · 68
Sainte-Barbe Church, built in 1928-1929 by architect Georges Debut, has been a historic monument since 1993 for its interior paintings by Georges Desvallières, co-founder of the Ateliers d'Art Sacré.
Discover this placeMittelwihr · 68
Sainte-Brigitte Church in Mittelwihr, founded in 1046, underwent several reconstructions after successive destructions. Its 15th-century Gothic bell tower and Roman remains were preserved despite wars and religious conflicts.
Discover this placeMulhouse · 68
Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc Church, built between 1933 and 1956 in reinforced concrete, combines Art Deco and neo-Byzantine styles with rich decorations and stained glass depicting Joan of Arc and the apostles.
Discover this placeMulhouse · 68
Sainte-Marie Church, the sole remnant of a 13th-century Franciscan convent, was initially a burial site for nobles and clergy before being ransacked during the Reformation. It alternated between Protestant and Catholic worship before being dedicated to the Virgin Mary in 1846.
Discover this placeWittenheim · 68
The current Sainte-Marie Church, built in concrete from 1957 to 1959 after its predecessor was destroyed in 1945, houses ancient works including a statue of Saint Erasmus and a 16th-century Lamentation of Christ.
Discover this placeObernai · 67
This Catholic church, built in 1872, succeeds a 15th-century Gothic sanctuary destroyed in 1867, itself built on a 12th-century Romanesque church with a crypt. Inside, admire neo-Gothic decor and a symphonic organ by Joseph Merklin (1882).
Discover this placeIllhaeusern · 68
Illhaeusern features an 18th-century chapel and a contemporary church from 1958, known for its fish-shaped bell tower. Its modern stained glass and unique altarpiece, inspired by scaffolding marks, make it a remarkable place of light and religious art.
Discover this placeBennwihr · 68
The current church of Bennwihr, rebuilt after 1944, combines modernity and tradition with its stained glass, marble altar, and 42-meter bell tower. Its ancient elements, like the 1779 calvary, recall the village's turbulent history.
Discover this placeMutzig · 67
The current church houses a 34-stop Alsatian post-symphonic organ built in 1931 by Georges Schwenkedel, installed after dismantling the old 1879 instrument. Its neo-Gothic case and romantic components make it a remarkable heritage piece.
Discover this placeDomfessel · 67
The Gothic church of Domfessel, built in the 14th century, is a rare example of a defensive building that became Protestant after the Reformation. Its fortified tower and partial enclosing wall reflect its medieval past. Open for self-guided visits year-round.
Discover this placeHipsheim · 67
This medieval church on the Scheer riverbank is an ancient pilgrimage site dedicated to Saint George. Since 1202, it houses the tomb of Scottish prince Ludan and is known for healings. Open to all, it remains a place of prayer and reflection.
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