St. Marien

St. Marien is a neo-Gothic basilica in Bonn distinguished by its five-sided apse, two side aisles, and a prominent corner tower. The building combines classic neo-Gothic features with a clear, ordered floor plan that structures the interior.

The building was designed by Joseph Prill and consecrated in 1892 when Archbishop Antonius Fischer dedicated it to Marian devotion. The church represents religious construction of the late 19th century in the Rhineland region.

The name honors Mary, and this devotion is visible in the twelve stained glass windows throughout the interior. These windows depict different invocations of Mary and cast colored light across the nave in a distinctive way.

The building is open on several weekdays with varying hours by season. Visitors should check current opening times before visiting and keep in mind that worship services take priority on Sundays and holidays.

Three bronze bells in the tower produce a distinctive sound heard on Sunday mornings. These bells come from a well-known foundry and form part of the soundscape in the neighborhood.

Location: Bonn

GPS coordinates: 50.73794,7.08983

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42