St. Nikolaus

St. Nicholas Church is a baroque revival building in Frauenfeld set on a molasse rock foundation. The interior features a wide central nave flanked by narrow side aisles, with a prominent bell tower positioned at the front entrance.

A chapel from 1285 occupied this site until it was destroyed in the city fire of 1771. The current building was constructed in 1906 as a baroque revival structure to replace what was lost.

The church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, a figure revered in Swiss Christian tradition. Visitors and parishioners gather here for worship and religious celebrations that mark the rhythm of local spiritual life.

The church is open daily during daylight hours and can accommodate around 750 visitors. Since it remains an active place of worship, visitors should be mindful of service times and religious ceremonies taking place.

Inside the building stands a mechanical Metzler organ with 44 stops alongside six bronze bells cast by the Rüetschi foundry, both remarkable instruments. A major interior renovation changed the church's color scheme from dark red and gold tones to a brighter multi-colored design.

Location: Frauenfeld

Location: Thurgau

Inception: November 8, 1903

Architects: Albert Rimli

Architectural style: baroque revival

Part of: list of cultural properties in Frauenfeld

Address: Zürcherstrasse 181, 8500 Frauenfeld

GPS coordinates: 47.55712,8.89791

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:21