Kirche St. Michael

St. Michael Church is a church in Romanesque Revival style with red sandstone walls in Homburg. The building features a distinctive octagonal choir tower above the nave, which closes toward the east in an apse, and the interior is served by two organs.

The building was constructed between 1836 and 1841 following the demolition of Holy Cross Chapel, based on plans by architect August von Voit. The new church provided the Homburg community with a modern place of worship that matched the city's growing needs.

The interior displays a remarkable baldachin altar from 1898, donated by Prince Leopold of Bavaria and designed by sculptor Georg Busch with religious motifs. This altar shapes the appearance of the sanctuary and shows the craftsmanship of the late 1800s.

Visitors find good accessibility from the city center, with the nave offering space for worshippers and guests. The bright interior with its windows allows visitors to examine the architectural details and furnishings in good light.

Five bronze bells cast in 1953 by Otto Bell Foundry in Saarlouis ring from a steel bell frame for different occasions throughout the year. These bells are notable for their craftsmanship and are rung on special feast days and services.

Location: Homburg

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 49.32090,7.34095

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23