Schleswig Cathedral (St. Peter)
Schleswiger Dom
A Gothic brick cathedral in Schleswig's old town, housing the famous Bordesholm Altar from northern Germany.
St. Peter's Cathedral was begun in the 12th century and later rebuilt as a Gothic brick church. Its 112-meter neo-Gothic spire is a landmark of Schleswig. The most important treasure is the Bordesholm Altar, carved in 1521 by Hans Brüggemann. Nearly 400 oak figures depict the story of the Passion of Christ, and it is considered a masterpiece of Nordic woodcarving. The cathedral also has Romanesque cloister murals and the tomb of Duke Gottorf. Entry is free, though climbing the tower costs extra. Visits are not permitted during religious services. The cathedral can be combined on foot with Gottorf Castle and the Holm fishing quarter.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00; paused during prayer times
Nearby sights
- Schlei Boat Trip
- Holm Fishing Quarter
- St. John's Convent
- Viking Museum Haithabu
- Gottorf Castle
- Danevirke
- Arnis
- Kappeln & Herring Fence