Catholic Parish Church of St. Peter and Paul
Catholic Parish Church of St. Peter and Paul, Catholic parish church in Sarnen, Switzerland
The Catholic Parish Church of St. Peter and Paul is a baroque church building in Sarnen constructed between 1687 and 1693 and protected as a cultural property of national significance. The structure features large windows on the right side of the nave that light the choir through a pilaster arcade.
The church was built under architect Lorenzo Sciasca from 1687 to 1693, establishing the foundation for this important structure. Throughout the 18th century, high-quality decorative elements were added that shaped the interior.
The church displays sculptures by Ignaz Günther and ceiling frescoes by Johann Baptist Zimmermann showing scenes from the lives of Saints Peter and Paul. These works shape how the interior looks and tell religious stories through their images.
The church functions as an active religious center and is open for both worship services and visits as a protected cultural site. Access may be limited during certain times, so checking beforehand is advisable.
The high altar design connects visually with other religious buildings in the region through its architectural elements. These connections reveal how baroque churches of that era shared design ideas.
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