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Bamberg Cathedral
Bamberg Cathedral, dedicated to St. Peter and St. George, is one of Germany's most important imperial cathedrals with its four striking towers and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site. The current late Romanesque-early Gothic structure was consecrated in 1237 after two predecessor buildings were destroyed by fires. Unique is the tomb of Pope Clement II, which represents the only surviving papal tomb north of the Alps. Another significant monument is the high tomb of the imperial couple Henry II and Cunigunde, crafted by Tilman Riemenschneider. World-famous is the sculpture of the Bamberg Rider, whose identity remains a mystery to this day and is regarded as one of the most important works of medieval European sculpture. The Marienaltar by Veit Stoß and the elaborately designed portals like the Adamspforte complete the rich artistic heritage. Situated on one of Bamberg's seven hills, the cathedral maintains a monumental presence over the historic old town.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Sankt Gangolf · Knoten Bamberg Infopunkt · TiG - Theater im Gartnerviertel
- Nearby: Hallstadt (13 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | -1 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 50 | 53 | 40 | 74 | 67 | 80 | 70 | 58 | 57 | 64 | 69 |
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History & landmarks
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Geography
Facts
- Consecration of the current cathedral on May 6, 1237.
- Only papal tomb north of the Alps (Clement II).
- The imperial tomb by Tilman Riemenschneider took 14 years to complete.
- The cathedral houses the famous 13th-century Bamberg Rider.
- The total length of the church building is 94 meters.
- The eastern towers reach a height of approximately 76 meters.
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Sights in the town Bamberg Cathedral (10)
KDB Kunst Design Bamberg
Gallery for contemporary art and design, with rotating exhibitions by regional artists.
Erlöserkirche
Protestant church in Bamberg, built in 1900 in Neo-Gothic style with a distinctive tower.
Labyrinth
Walkable stone labyrinth on Cathedral Square, inviting contemplation.
Luitpoldbrücke
Stone arch bridge over the Regnitz, built in 1905, connecting the old town to the island.
Aussichtsplatform Gärtnerstadt
Observation platform on a high-rise, offering panoramic views of the gardeners' quarter and Bamberg.
Kunstlabor Bamberg
Gallery and studio for experimental art, with workshops and contemporary exhibitions.
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