Fribourg Cathedral

Fribourg, Switzerland

The Gothic Cathedral of St. Nicholas dominates the center of the medieval town of Fribourg. It is built on a rocky outcrop 50 metres above the river Sarine (Saane).

The main body of the church was started in 1283 and completed by 1430. The tower was completed in 1490. It is 76 metres tall and houses 11 bells. It also features a rose window above the main portal with stained glass by Harrison Weltlich (1988). The stained-glass windows, designed by the Polish painter Jozef Mehoffer and made by local craftsmen Kirsch & Fleckner between 1896 and 1936, constitute one of the most important collection of religious Art Nouveau stained-glass windows.

Climb the 368 steps to the tower and you will be rewarded with an unforgettable view of the town of Fribourg.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Rue des Chanoines, Fribourg, Switzerland

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Details

Founded: 1283
Category: Religious sites in Switzerland

More Information

www.stnicolas.ch
en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Hector Gonzalez (5 months ago)
In Fribourg town in Switzerland this majesty and antique cathedral.

Dan S (7 months ago)
One of the oldest cathedral in Europe, a wonderful testimony of architecture and human dedication, leaving a capodopera of human sacrifice to posterity. If you visit the area stop for a moment and rest inside! Let the century of prayers to infuse you regardless of your believes.

Francisco Castelo (15 months ago)
Beautiful gothic Cathedral! Centuries old Catholic church is in the center of Fribourg. It is open, definitely worth a visit.

Sunil Yaduvansh (2 years ago)
The Cathedral of St Nicholas represents three diferent periods of western art and architecture. The edifice of the building is from the Gothic period - as is the choir gate, the baptismal fonts, the pulpit, the cross, 'The Burial of Christ' and two sculptured portals. One of the famous Catholic Church..

KangWei Yew (2 years ago)
Amazing view! Pay 5 Fr. (student / child price available) at the cathedral shop next to the church and you will get a ticket to climb the stairs (368 steps ?) at the left side of the church (another door).

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