Welcome to Collegiate Church Öhringen
Explore the late Gothic collegiate church in Öhringen: hidden corners unfold as you walk through the cloister and crypt. Whether on a guided tour or during a quiet pause, this sacred haven of peace in the heart of the city invites you to linger.
Imagine strolling through Öhringen's lively **market square** on a balmy summer afternoon. Between the fountain and the castle, your gaze is drawn to the tower of St. Peter and Paul Collegiate Church.
**Architectural history** Originally built in the Romanesque style, the church was expanded between 1453 and 1497 to become a late Gothic hall church. You pause in awe, for this church was a popular destination for pilgrims in the Middle Ages. You can still feel the magic of times gone by here.
You quietly step through the **cloister** on the north side into the cool silence of the church. The high vaulted ceiling of the church directs your gaze upwards. You walk along the north aisle to the transept, where the **statues of St. Peter and Paul**, the namesakes of the collegiate church, are located. Their presence tells of legends that have been partly forgotten, while the key of St. Peter proudly watches over the portal in the coat of arms of the town of Öhringen. **Discover hidden corners** In the tranquility of this sacred space, you can let your thoughts wander – but the three-nave collegiate church still holds many secrets. Explore the church quietly on your own or on a **guided tour**. In the underground **crypt**, discover the original portal lions of the "**Löwentörle**" in the south nave, the stone sarcophagus of Countess Adelheid (mother of Emperor Conrad II) and other tombs of the Hohenlohe noble family.
In the **high choir**, you can admire the **Marian altar** carved from cedar wood, a masterpiece from around 1500 that shines in the sunlight of the colorful medieval stained-glass windows. In the quiet side chapel, the stone **Margarethen Altar** awaits your admiration. Artfully crafted **epitaphs** commemorate the House of **Hohenlohe** and bear witness to an impressive history. **Pause for a moment**
Whether you are looking for a **haven of peace** for your thoughts, lighting a candle in silence, or taking part in a lively guided tour, the collegiate church in Öhringen will enchant you with its centuries-old history, its sacred splendor, and its lovingly preserved treasures.
Source: DZT Knowledge Graph
