St. Cyriakus

St. Cyriakus is a church built in the style of a Romanesque vaulted basilica with stone walls and typical features of that period. The building contains several connected spaces that form a large interior for worship.

The church was built around 1220 and is one of the oldest buildings in the Sauerland region. Over centuries it underwent changes but remained an important place of worship for local people.

The wall paintings inside show how medieval worshippers expressed their faith through images. They reflect the artistic skills that were alive in this region at that time.

The church is open to visitors daily and is located conveniently in Berghausen with parking available nearby. It is best to visit in the morning or early afternoon when natural light shows the interior details clearly.

The apse contains wall paintings from the 13th century that survive to this day and show how the original decoration looked. These paintings are among the few fully preserved examples of their kind in this region.

Location: Schmallenberg

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 51.18590,8.24446

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04