Trip Planner: Europe / Germany / Baden-Wurttemberg / Heidelberg / Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche), Heidelberg

4.1

#4 of 16 in Historic Sites in Heidelberg

In Heidelberg's central Marktplatz, Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) is one of the few buildings to survive centuries of war unscathed. Foundations were laid for the great structure in 1398 on the site of a late Romanesque basilica, but the church and its large tower were not complete until 1544. Throughout its history, both Catholics and Protestants have used the church; at one point, a partition divided the hall for the two denominations. Climb the steep tower stairs for a spectacular view of Heidelberg and the castle. Add Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) to your Heidelberg travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Heidelberg road trip planning site .

Create an itinerary including Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) Tours

Heidelberg and Rothenburg Day Trip from Frankfurt BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $287

31 reviews

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes

Buy tours from $287

Heidelberg and Nuremberg Tour from Frankfurt BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $312

8 reviews

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes

Buy tours from $312

Heidelberg and Baden-Baden Tour from Frankfurt BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $312

9 reviews

Duration: 10 hours

Buy tours from $312

View more tours

Places to stay near Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) Reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

387 reviews

facebook

4.6

150 likes

By Blockster On March 18, 2018

This is a beautiful Protestant Church with an interesting combination of traditional arches and window, yet very contemporary seating and prayer candles. Nice place to visit after dark, as they keep t... more »
By Noemi B On March 14, 2018

Fue edificada hacia el 1400 por Ruperto I, el único Elector Palatino que fue rey, como colegiata y lugar de enterramiento para los nobles. Tiene planta basilical y se destacan sus galerías elevadas, e... more »

It was built around the 1400 by Ruperto I, the unique Palatine Elector who was King, as Collegiate Church and place of burial for the nobles. It has a basilical plan and highlights its high galleries, in which was able to be hosted the Bibliotheca Palatina, until he was kidnapped to the Vatican during the Guerra of the thirty Anos.la architecture, we could say that it is Gothic late and, today, as in past centuries numerous market stalls are accommodated on their foreheads. The nave and the chancel are of type salon; the latter is very bright and only remain funerary slabs of Roberto III, Emperor between 1400 and 1410 and his spouse - should be paid to climb the Tower, which is a real viewpoint of the city.

View original
By MariaAlejandraCuevas On March 11, 2018

Esta localizada en la zona turística de la ciudad. La iglesia es linda y llena de historia. Además a los alrededores puedes encontrar restaurante y tiendas de todo tipo. more »

It is located in the tourist area of the city. The Church is beautiful and full of history. In addition to the surroundings you can find restaurants and shops of all kinds.

View original

View more on TripAdvisor »

Plan your trip to Heidelberg

Get a personalized plan

A complete day-by-day itinerary
based on your preferences
Customize it

Refine your plan. We'll find the
best routes and schedules
Book it

Choose from the best hotels
and activities. Up to 50% off
Manage it

Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.

Best things to do in Heidelberg

Popular

Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche), Heidelberg

Plan your trip to Heidelberg

Get a personalized plan

Customize it

Book it

Manage it

Best things to do in Heidelberg

Plans to Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) by other users

For Business Owners