St. Johannes und Paulus

The church features three naves with a central section rising higher than the side aisles, all covered by a continuous saddle roof extending to the polygonal choir.

Construction of St. Johannes und Paulus took place from 1861 to 1863 under the direction of architect Carl Friedrich Müller from Saarlouis, replacing an earlier medieval structure.

Pastor Franz Xaver Leidinger, who initiated the church construction, created numerous artworks including the organ facade, original Stations of the Cross, and high altar designs.

The church underwent extensive renovation in 2006 and 2007 to restore its pre-World War I condition, including the restoration of Nazarene-style decorative paintings.

The structure stands as the only church dedicated to Saints Johannes and Paulus located north of the Alps, built entirely with stones from a local quarry.

Location: Beckingen

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 49.39390,6.69549

Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:02