Saint Petronilla Church

Saint Petronilla Church is a religious building with Gothic revival features in the Handorf district. The structure features a prominent bell tower, a transept with a recessed choir area, and supporting rooms that define its spatial layout.

A wooden church building existed from 1030 before a parish community formed around 1300 and rebuilt the structure. The current building was finished around 1700 and has shaped the neighborhood since then.

The church displays a Romanesque baptismal font made from Baumberger sandstone and religious paintings that visitors notice when entering. These artistic pieces shape the interior and show religious craftsmanship from different periods.

The building is typically accessible on foot and the interior is open to visitors during the day for prayer or viewing. It is helpful to check service times or opening hours before visiting to ensure entry is possible.

The tower height was reduced during World War II because a military airfield nearby made the tall structure a navigation hazard. After the war, the tower was restored in the 1970s and returned to its full original height.