St. Paulin-Kirche
St. Paulin-Kirche
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Kelly B
Iowa4,272 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
This is such a gorgeous church that I’m almost shocked that more people haven’t reviewed it on here. It is a little bit of a walk from Porto Nigra and Altstadt, but the payoff is worth it. It’s about a 10 -15 minute walk from Porto Nigra to this church, depending on your pace.
The elaborate inside is kind of a surprise. Someone was praying in one of the front pews and I didn’t want to disturb them, so I quickly took a few pictures from the back of the church, and quietly left. I then went outside, and walked around the church’s cemetery. It was very serene and peaceful.
The elaborate inside is kind of a surprise. Someone was praying in one of the front pews and I didn’t want to disturb them, so I quickly took a few pictures from the back of the church, and quietly left. I then went outside, and walked around the church’s cemetery. It was very serene and peaceful.
Written March 7, 2023
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folieske4
Antwerp, Belgium7,285 contributions
May 2011 • Couples
The former Collegiate Church of St. Paulin in the northern part of the city was erected in a Roman cemetery. The most remarkable features of the church are the ceiling paintings and the sculptures in the interior. At the end of the 4th century, Bishop Felix had a church erected, 400 ft/120m long. Around AD 400, the remains of Paulinus, considered a martyr and saint, were brought to Trier. Paulinus had originally been a Bishop of Trier and had lived in exile in Phrygia (Asia Minor), where he died in AD 358. After a fire in 1093, a new structure was consecrated in 1148 by Pope Eugene III; it was then blown up in 1674. The Archbishop-Elector himself paid for a new church construction. Under the church is a large crypt.
Written June 25, 2011
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thmoore
Bathurst, Australia21,306 contributions
Jan 2013 • Couples
We stumbled on St Pauls while out walking. What a wonderful ‘find’ … the most amazing ceiling paintings … a jaw-dropping moment when you walk in. It’s not on the ‘Tourist route’ but well worth searching for. About a 10 min walk from the Porta Nigra.
Written January 26, 2013
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PBTravelstheWorld
Lynden, WA398 contributions
Sep 2012 • Couples
The paintings on the ceiling are great and heavily framed with plaster work and cherubs on the pilasters. No guidebook in any language, but definitely the best views are inside. The Alter is gilt and very high Baroque in style and it's a very light church. It has concerts part of the year, unfortunately we did not hear one. It is currently raising funds to start a major restoration project, mainly to fix the roof. The cemetery is also very well kept. If you like Baroque this is the church for you!!!!
Written October 1, 2012
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Alurs
Rio de Janeiro, RJ20 contributions
Oct 2011 • Solo
A beautiful yellow church.
The legend or history says that Napoleon did not take the treasures out of this church, because even he was touched by its stunning beauty.
They also have a stunning organ. Go there for a concert if you can.
The legend or history says that Napoleon did not take the treasures out of this church, because even he was touched by its stunning beauty.
They also have a stunning organ. Go there for a concert if you can.
Written December 11, 2011
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1hoofer
London, UK32 contributions
Dec 2011 • Couples
We have visited this church many times and it is still a thrill to open the door and step inside.
I have been told Balthazar Neumann (spelling approximate!), who designed the interior, wanted those entering this church to feel as if they are entering heaven. The ceilings are so impressively painted, in a baroque style, as to make verbal description very challenging. The white walls and backgrounds really bring out the detail of the various heavenly scenes. Photos don't do it justice. Must be seen if you're visiting Trier
I have been told Balthazar Neumann (spelling approximate!), who designed the interior, wanted those entering this church to feel as if they are entering heaven. The ceilings are so impressively painted, in a baroque style, as to make verbal description very challenging. The white walls and backgrounds really bring out the detail of the various heavenly scenes. Photos don't do it justice. Must be seen if you're visiting Trier
Written December 9, 2011
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operalover939
Toronto, Canada2,773 contributions
Oct 2019
I am familiar with the work of the architect Johann Balthasar Neumann in northern Bavaria, notably the pilgrimage church of Vierzehnheiligen, and the archiepiscopal Residence in Würzburg. I was not aware, however, that Neumann was born in Trier, that he is probably its best-known native son after Karl Marx, and that he was responsible for the St Paulin-Kirche, outside the old city, about 15 minutes walking from the Porta Nigra. The church is stunningly attractive, light and airy, with decoration that is altogether delightful. As a lover of South German Baroque of long standing, I am more than glad to have come across St Paulin. Highly recommended!
Written October 13, 2019
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Karin H
Antwerp, Belgium528 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Slightly further out from the centre of Trier the Paulin Kirche is definitely worth a visit. The baroque interior is quite ornate and in the crypts you can “the martyrs of Trier”.
Written July 4, 2019
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Jos D
Holsbeek, Belgium97 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
The former collegiate church St. Paulinus was built on the foundations of the ancient church of the 4th century and insofar as Memorial Church on the site of the martyrdom of the martyrs of Trier, under which the Trier, councilors' and also members of the Theban Legion were. In addition, it is also the Holy Sepulcher of Trier martyr Bishop Paulinus (346-358). It thus represents one of the most venerable sites of Trier and even Western Europe. Since 1804 she's parish church. It is definitely worth a visit !
Written July 20, 2015
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nbharucha
Mumbai, India43 contributions
Jun 2013 • Couples
This flamboyantly baroque church is tucked away in a small non-descript lane in Trier. Don't miss it though as its really beautiful. Its named in honour of St. Paulinus of Trier and although he had been exiled from the city, his remains were brought back. However, if you are squeamish about huge caches of bones, don't go to the crypt. The bones of an entire Roman legion are displayed here as they had died Christian martyrs. We saw several devotees kissing those caskets as fervently as they did that of St. Paulinus though!
Written July 5, 2013
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Josephine C
Island of Malta, Malta84 contributions
What denomination is this church? Roman Catholic and was it affected by the Reformation?
Olivier M
Baton Rouge, LA62 contributions
The Church was and remains Roman Catholic. The earlier church was demolished by the French when they occupied Trier in 1673 and it was rebuilt in 1734. most of the internal elements were the work of Johann Balthasar Neumann, a significant Baroque architect responsible for several impressive buildings, such as the Würzburg Residence.Dates for the completion of the church are given as 1743 or 1753, but it was consecrated in 1757.
Josephine C
Island of Malta, Malta84 contributions
Is it a Roman Catholic church or is it Protestant now? I cannot find this piece of information, thanks
ArgDes
Belgium26 contributions
I’m afraid we are not 100% sure, but we think it’s a roman-catholic one. That’s what we find in Wikipedia in any case :-) . Have a great stay in Trier! From sunny Rodos, Argyris+Despina
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