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Guide Location: Switzerland » Lucerne
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 3.9 km
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 3.9 km
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Author: doris
Lucerne is a beautiful city, often referred to as the heart of Switzerland. Beautiful churches and other renaissance-era buildings make this a charming city for locals and tourists alike. The spacious, richly decorated interior of the city's churches will enliven your spirit - take our tour to see some of the most famous religious buildings in Lucerne.
Tour Stops and Attractions
1) St. Paul's Church
Dating back to 1912, Lucerne's St. Paul's Church was designed by Swiss architect Karl Coelestin Moser. It’s an amazing church with a splendid interior, charming frescoes and majestic glass paintings.
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2) Franciscan Church (Franziskanerkirche)
Lucerne's Franciscan Church was built between 1270 and 1280. It has a simple Gothic architectural style. The church's highlight is the spectacular side chapel, decorated with Italianate stucco in a baroque style. Inside you'll find a wide range of amazing sculptures and pictures.
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3) Jesuit Church (Jesuitenkirche)
This beautiful church is considered to be the first large baroque style church ever built in Switzerland. It's located on the south bank of the Reuss river in a triangular area known as Kleinstadt. Special points of interest include the sacristy, the rich stucco work and church relics including the penitential robe of St. Nikolaus von Fluee.
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4) St. Matthew Church (Matthäuskirche)
The Matthäuskirche is named after the evangelist Matthew, one of the twelve Apostles. The first Protestant church in the city, Matthäuskirche was designed by Ferdinand Stadler around 1860. It came about as a result of a search for a church site by the owner of the adjacent Hotel Schweizerhof. The church represents a fascinating example of Gothic renaissance style. Composer Richard Wagner, who lived in Lucerne from 1866 to 1872, married his second wife Cosima von Bulow here in 1870.
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5) Church of St. Leodegar
The Church of St. Leodegar is one of the most important landmarks in Lucerne, as well as one of the largest churches in all of Switzerland. Dating from the 1630s, this basilica is located close to the lake, offering amazing views. From the outside you can see its twin identical needle towers. Its interior is richly decorated with classic works of art.
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6) St. Josef-Maihof Church
This church is home to the Catholic parish of the same name that welcomes worshipers from all walks of life. Its ceremonies are characterized by an open theology, with thematic sermons and prayers. The church also offers itself as a space for concerts.
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7) New Apostolic Church
The New Apostolic Church in Lucerne is housed in a modern building. Its doctrine is based around a combination of faith in The Holy Spirit with a modern, spiritual message.
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