St. Peter's Cathedral, Osnabrück Church

Address: Domhof, Osnabrück

St. Peter’s Cathedral, Osnabrück is the Roman Catholic cathedral of Osnabrück in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is the episcopal seat of the Bishop of Osnabrück and occupies a central position in the city. The fabric of the building shows medieval origins and later additions reflecting Romanesque and Gothic phases. The cathedral is a civic landmark close to other historic buildings in Osnabrück’s old town.

• Function: Located in the city centre of Osnabrück, the building is the Roman Catholic cathedral and the seat of the Bishop of Osnabrück.

In Osnabrück city center; a short walk from the main train station (Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof) and well signposted from town square areas.

• Time a visit for the morning light that enters the eastern windows above the choir - it sharpens the cathedral's medieval stonework.
• Inspect the western façade to see repairs and later additions; the building's long life is visible in the different stonework layers.
• Pick up a local guide or brochure at the tourist office to understand the cathedral's crypts and medieval artifacts, which are often the most rewarding parts.