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St. Peter
Historic Burial Church of the Dalberg Family
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St. Peter in Herrnsheim, dedicated to Saint Peter, showcases Gothic architecture from the 15th century along with 19th-century Neo-Gothic renovations. For centuries, it served as the burial site for the Dalberg family, who lived in the nearby Herrnsheim Castle. Founded in 1300, it is a protected cultural heritage monument in Germany.
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Architect August Greifzu shaped the Neo-Gothic renovations.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1300
- Architect
- August Greifzu
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.pfarrei-herrnsheim.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
Take a closer look at this church. St. Peter in Herrnsheim, a Roman Catholic church, holds stories from the 15th century. Its Gothic architecture, along with 19th-century Neo-Gothic renovations, really stands out. Notice the intricate details added by architect August Greifzu over the centuries. This church once served as the final resting place for the renowned Dalberg family, who lived in the nearby Herrnsheim Castle. This historical connection makes it a protected cultural heritage monument in Germany. If you look north, you might catch a glimpse of the castle, just 137 meters away.
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