Église St Matthieu protestante, Protestant church in Colmar, France.
Église St Matthieu protestante is a Protestant church in Colmar with a spacious interior divided into distinct sections by architectural features. The building features high ceilings, large windows that flood the space with light, and decorative wooden and painted elements throughout.
The church was built in 1292 by Franciscans and later repurposed as a hospital after Colmar acquired the building in 1543. Over centuries, the interior underwent changes to adapt to new uses and religious practices.
The church houses a wooden Christ sculpture from the late 15th century and contains oil paintings decorating the balustrades and gallery panels.
Plan your visit in advance by checking availability, as access depends on volunteer staffing and may vary week to week. Arriving during quieter times will give you more space to explore the interior and observe the architectural details.
A wooden sculpture of Christ from the late 15th century remains inside, representing the artistic treasures gathered within these walls. This medieval artwork gives visitors a sense of the personal devotion and craftsmanship that shaped the space over centuries.
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