Johanniskirche Schwäbisch Gmünd, Romanesque basilica in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany
The Johanniskirche stands as a late Romanesque pillar basilica with a 48-meter tower at the intersection of Johannisplatz and Marktplatz in Schwäbisch Gmünd.
Built between 1220 and 1250, the church underwent substantial modifications during Gothic and Baroque periods before returning to Romanesque style through an 1869 restoration.
Since 1977, the church functions as a lapidarium, displaying original construction sculptures from both Heilig-Kreuz-Münster and Johanniskirche at eye level.
The church opens from May through October, Tuesday to Friday 13:30 to 16:30, weekends 10:00 to 18:00, with adjusted hours during October.
The bell tower leans almost one meter due to marshy ground, earning recognition as the Swabian Campanile and offering city views after climbing 165 steps.
Location: Schwäbisch Gmünd
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.79990,9.79694
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:03
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