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Basilika St. Laurentius
Neoclassical Gem and Spiritual Heart of Wuppertal
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The Basilica of St. Laurentius stands proudly in the heart of Wuppertal, showcasing its neoclassical design completed by Adolph von Vagedes in 1835. As the city's most significant Roman Catholic church, it invites you to experience the serene and majestic atmosphere created by its elegant columns and harmonious proportions. This architectural heritage site in North Rhine-Westphalia is a wheelchair-accessible sanctuary of tranquility and reflection, bridging history with the present. Discover the timeless allure of this basilica and let it inspire you.
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Designed by Adolph von Vagedes, St. Laurentius Basilica stands as Wuppertal's most significant Roman Catholic church building.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- November 8, 1835
- Architect
- Adolph von Vagedes
- Architectural Style
- Neoclassical
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
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Location
Nearby

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86 m away

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279 m away

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349 m away

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519 m away

Schwimmoper
438 m away

Stadthalle
494 m away

Freie evangelische Gemeinde Wuppertal-Elberfeld
246 m away