Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Reichenau

The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul features traditional Romanesque architecture with a single apse and northern aisle containing ornamental reliefs.

Bishop Egino of Verona established the original church in 799, which later underwent reconstruction in 1080 following structural damage from two fires.

The interior walls display Carolingian period mural paintings that demonstrate the religious and artistic heritage of medieval German monasticism.

The basilica stands at coordinates 47.70689 latitude and 9.04422 longitude on Reichenau Island, accessible to visitors interested in religious architecture.

The structure maintains its original medieval measurements despite the 1080 reconstruction, which created a new basilica design without a transept.

Location: Reichenau

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Part of: Stift St. Peter und Paul, Reichenau/Niederzell

Website: https://benediktiner-reichenau.de

GPS coordinates: 47.70689,9.04422

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:27