Story and significance
About
Speyer Cathedral is a magnificent Romanesque basilica located in Speyer, within Rhineland-Palatinate. It stands as a monumental world heritage site in Deutschland.
Timeline, heritage and stories
Heritage
Founded by Emperor Conrad II in 1030, Speyer Cathedral is a striking landmark of medieval architecture in Rhineland-Palatinate. The crypt houses the burial sites of several German emperors. It represents a massive cultural and historic monument in Deutschland.
Its structural grandness highlights the long-standing political importance of this specific region within Rhineland-Palatinate.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Historic sites
- Coordinates
- 49.9532° N, 7.3106° E
- Tip
- Opening hours and ticket rules may vary by season.
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Location on the map
Map
49.9532° N, 7.3106° E