Liebfrauenkirche Oberwesel

Liebfrauenkirche Oberwesel is a Gothic parish church made of red sandstone with pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses rising above the town. The interior preserves wall paintings and houses an ornately decorated altar from the 15th century.

Construction began in 1308, establishing it as a major Gothic building in the Rhineland region. The structure developed over centuries and displays through its architecture the evolution of the Gothic style.

The interior wall paintings show religious imagery that still conveys the medieval worldview to visitors today. These preserved images shape the character of the church space and can be discovered while walking through it.

The church is located in Oberwesel's southern old town at Kirchstrasse 1, accessible through several routes via narrow lanes of the historic center. Visitors can explore the site during daytime hours, though they should expect occasional services that may affect access.

The church houses one of Germany's oldest Gothic altar shrines with gilded decoration from the 15th century. This artwork demonstrates the craftsmanship of a time when such work required weeks or months to complete.

Location: Oberwesel

Inception: 1308

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 50.10410,7.73044

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00