Dating back as far as 1235, the Collégiale Saint-Martin was build on the site of a previous…read morebuilding. It is one of the oldest and most imposing Gothic-style churches in the Alsace region. It was the seat of the bishopric of the Haut-Rhin district during the French Revolution, which did see the interior stripped and taken elsewhere. Still, the outside of this imposing church remains. Note the interesting roofing. The tower replaces a spire that was destroyed in a fire in 1572. [Review 21177 overall - 96 in France - 140 of 2024.]

This is a beautiful church. The roof is very pretty. There are nice gargoyles. You can walk around…read more It's pretty. It's also very popular and lots of people around.

Climbed up the hill to St. Stephansmünster from our river cruise ship. Actually, saw several other…read morepassengers who did the same trek. The view from the church is stunning. Worth the hike just for the panoramic view of the old city. The church itself is a major landmark. It is visible from the Rhine River and from the roads leading into the city. Its hilltop location probably protected it in the Middle Ages. St. Stephansmünster was built in the 12th-15th centuries in the Romanesque and Gothic styles. Like many churches, it was badly damaged during World War II in 1945. Fortunately, many significant works of art have been preserved or restored inside. Check out the crypt, the wall paintings, the high altar, and the pulpit. Light a candle and say a prayer. It is really beautiful. The frescos, especially Martin Schongauer's "Weltgericht," are very historic. The altar, produced by master craftsman "H L" (Hans Loi), is a very important masterpieces of German carving. I wish that there was more information on the artworks and religious artifacts inside. The cathedral square served as a cemetery from the Middle Ages until the middle of the 17th century. Afterwards it served as a parade ground. A must see in Breisach.

Hohenburg Abbey dates back to around 690; it is located on Mont Ste Odile, a peak in the Vosges…read morearound 1,000m high from which there are fantastic views across Alsace to the Rhine and Germany. For the more energetic, there are plenty of walks down and then back up the hillside, including a visit to the Ste Odile Source. There is also a hotel and restaurant.

You could walk right by this place and never know you are missing out on an amazing historic…read morelandmark or beautiful church. The outside is nothing special, but once you walk in, you are quieted by the beauty of the intricate interior. The facade of the Jesuit church was donated by Louis XIV, and is definitely nothing special. The church was built in the Baroque style in the period 1680-1689. The inside was done by Ticino artists, and is known to be one of the best Baroque style pieces in all of Switzerland, and is today a national heritage site. We went inside twice during our visit, and on our second visit were blessed with an amazing opportunity to listen to the historic organ that had recently been renovated. It was an AMAZING experience to hear the organ being played. The organ was built between 1791 and 1794 by Franz Joseph Otter, who was from the Canton Solothurn. It is the only extant instrument manufactured by this organ maker. Definitely worth a stop inside to experience this beautiful place.