St. Remigius, Catholic parish church in Altstadt, Königswinter, Germany.
St. Remigius stands where Hauptstraße and Drachenfelsstraße meet, displaying a three-nave hall church with a western bell tower crowned by a curved dome. Built in the mid-18th century, it combines classical architecture with local materials and shapes the character of the old town center.
The current building replaced a medieval Romanesque church and was completed in 1780, following construction of a rectory in 1731 designed by architect Johann Georg Leydel. This building phase reflects the region's ecclesiastical expansion during the Enlightenment era.
The church houses a small cemetery with gravestones from the 17th and 18th centuries carved from local trachyte stone, showing folk craftsmanship. The Sebastianus-Kreuz at its center marks a spot where visitors can observe how the community honors its past.
The church is easily accessible from the main square of the old town, and the interior is freely accessible during opening hours. Visitors should note that renovation work is ongoing and certain areas may be temporarily closed.
The church bells were originally cast in 1781 by Mabilon foundry in Saarburg, showing the craftsmanship of that era. A fifth bell was added in 1967 to extend the musical range and enhance the instrument's sound capabilities.
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