St. Matthias' Abbey

The Romanesque basilica features square pillars, rounded arches, and a tower decorated with blind arcades at its western end.

The monastery traces its origins to the 5th century when Cyrillus of Trier established an oratory and created guidelines for the resident monks.

The tomb of Saint Matthias, positioned at the front of the nave with a marble effigy, attracts pilgrims from many countries.

The abbey welcomes visitors daily and provides guided tours that include access to the church, crypt, and historical artifacts.

This location contains the only burial site of an apostle in Germany and the entire region north of the Alps.

Location: Trier

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Website: https://abteistmatthias.de

GPS coordinates: 49.73834,6.63096

Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:53