St. Peter's Church, Mainz
St. Peter
One of Mainz's most ornate Rococo churches, with a twin-towered facade and pink ceiling paintings carefully restored after the war.
St. Peter's Church was built between 1749 and 1756 and is a showcase of Mainz Rococo architecture. It has two bell towers with onion domes, and its interior features elaborate stucco decoration, a gilded pulpit and a large ceiling painting. The church was damaged in World War II and was restored over several decades to its original appearance. It lies near the Electoral Palace in the northern Old Town and can be combined with the State Museum, the Electoral Palace and the Natural History Museum. Entry is free.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–18:00 (except during services)
Nearby sights
- Natural History Museum Mainz
- Electoral Palace, Mainz
- Landesmuseum Mainz
- Sanctuary of Isis and Mater Magna
- Mainz Marktplatz & Weekly Market
- Schillerplatz & Carnival Fountain
- Mainz Cathedral
- Gutenberg Museum