On the paths of the pilgrims of St. James in Alsace
N 49° 2’ 13.61", E 7° 56’ 29.3"
High Gothic cloister, Romanesque Peter and Paul Chapel (11th century). Important medieval furnishings, among others: Stained glass (12th/15th c.), sculptures (15th c.), murals (14th c.).
N 49° 2’ 19", E 7° 56’ 34.1"
The origin of the church of St. John dates back to the 7th century and is connected with the foundation of the monastery of Weissenburg. The present appearance of the building is characterized by the Gothic architectural styles of the 13th-15th centuries. In the 15th century, the reformer and humanist Martin Bucer preached in this town church of Wissembourg.
N 49° 1’ 49.9", E 7° 58’ 5.5"
Richly decorated lintel in the west portal with inscription, in the arch field God’s Lamb (11th-15th c.).