This beautiful Romaneqsue-style church dates back to the 15th century though there are records of a…read morechurch in Baden-Baden as early as 987 AD. The structure was built by Margrave Hermann V (the Pious, 1160-1243). It experienced a significant reconstruction in 1867 that added a Gothic theme and more updates and remodels since. I did not tour the cemetery (too cold today!) but this is the final resting place of the Markgrafschaft Baden from when Baden was a territory of the Holy Roman Empire in 1112 and eventually unified with the Grand Duchy of Baden in 1806. The church is well worth a visit and a tour. It is open during the daytime. [Review 20965 overall - 229 in Germany - 1950 of 2023.]

Nice church. Inside, white and baroque style. While the name suggests jesuite, it's a Catholic…read moreChurch. Nice to stop by while in Heidelberg. It's nearby the other large church and near the castle

Walking through the old town area of Heidelberg, you can see the reddish front of the Jesuit Church…read moredown a narrow alleyway off the pedestrian zone. Interested to know more, we wandered down the alley to a very pretty ,small 'square' of old buildings (Richard Hauser-Platz). We took a few photos of the square, then stepped inside the church. Jesuit churches I have visited in Europe have a 'light and airy' feel to them. I enjoy the 'heavy' gothic churches too, but this Baroque, white interior church is just beautiful. White columns highlighted with gold details, vaulted white arched ceilings, high windows illuminate the bright, minimally adorned interior, delicate glass chandeliers reflect light without interrupting the white expanse. The pipe organ is also lovely with gold baroque detail on the keyboard cupboard. I did not get a chance to hear the organ played, but I suspect it would be worth a visit to hear. There are a few areas along the interior walls with devotional areas which may include a painting with a table below, candles, flowers or other item. A museum is attached to the church, but we did not enter. You can easily wander around the church in a short time and be on your way again. This is an active parish, so be aware when visiting locals may be inside praying or services may be on- going. If you like Baroque style, this is definitely a stop to make. Easily accessed from the pedestrian zone (the Hauptstrasse) in the old section of town near University Platz.

Amazing architecture [Strasbourg, France]…read more What a beautiful church! If this is anything like the Cathedral Notre Dame in Paris I am just in wow of how beautiful this gigantic towering building is inside and out. Access to the cathedral is free and without reservation you just have to queue up. The number of visitors entering the church are being monitored and I was lucky to be the last person in before they closed for a break in the afternoon. Anticipate security checks at the entrance by preparing to check your bag. The architecture outside present impressive details. (the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral is no longer accessible to the public since the terrible fire that affected it on April 15, 2019) Review #4070

The cathedral is gorgeous with its Gothic architecture and massive from the outside & inside. They…read morehave beautiful stained glass windows which you can see when walking through the inside. Inside in the back is an astronomical clock which is very cool to watch all the pieces moving when it chimes. For those who want a little workout adventure there is a 332 step climb to a platform for city views. Definitely plan to stop in and take a look at this UNESCO World Heritage Site if you get a chance.