St Trophimus' Church, Eschau, Romanesque church in Eschau, France
Description
St Trophimus is a stone church built in Romanesque style with traditional architectural features from that period. A modern bell tower was added in 1987 to serve the active parish community.
History
This church began as a Benedictine abbey founded in 770 and received sacred relics from Rome just a few years later. These early connections gave it importance in the region.
Culture
The interior contains religious sculptures and stained glass windows that came from a former Dominican church in Strasbourg. These artworks reflect the different periods and changes the building has experienced over time.
Practical
This remains an active parish church where regular services take place and visitors are welcome. The building is accessible to those wishing to view the interior or attend services.
Did you know?
Excavations uncovered remains of a medieval cloister that once stood near the main church, with some pieces now displayed in a Strasbourg museum. These findings reveal how elaborate the original monastery complex was.
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