
St Menas
Romanesque Revival Majesty Above Stolzenfels
Did you know?
St. Menas Church in Koblenz is the only church north of the Alps dedicated to Saint Menas.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1828 - 1830
- Architect
- Johann Claudius von Lassaulx
- Architectural Style
- Romanesque
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
Guided Story
Feel that cool breeze? It carries whispers from the past. Look up and admire the intricate arches and windows of St. Menas Church, proudly showcasing its Romanesque revival style. Did you know that Saint Menas, to whom this church is dedicated, is the only one of his kind north of the Alps? To your left, you might catch a glimpse of the grand silhouette of Stolzenfels Castle, standing like a sentinel beside the church. Imagine the 19th-century villagers coming here for solace and community. This place exudes a tranquility that lets you forget the hustle and bustle of modern life, if only for a moment.







