Schleswig Cathedral

Schleswig Cathedral (Dom zu Schleswig) is the historic cathedral of the town of Schleswig in Schleswig-Holstein, northern Germany, with medieval origins dating from the 12th century. It serves as the principal ecclesiastical building of the locality and combines Romanesque and Gothic elements.

Inside the cathedral visitors can see medieval masonry, later Gothic modifications and the church interior used for Lutheran worship since the Reformation. The overall silhouette with its towers is a local landmark and has been a focal point of the town for centuries.

The cathedral was the seat of the medieval bishopric and later became a Protestant church following the Reformation; over time it has experienced successive building phases and restorations. It remains an active parish church and a site of historical and architectural interest.

The cathedral stands in the town of Schleswig, on the Schlei inlet in Schleswig-Holstein, and is accessible from the town centre; it dominates the historic core of Schleswig and is visible from the surrounding river and town approaches.

• Architectural styles: Construction began in the medieval period and the building displays both Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements that are visible in the nave and chancel areas.