Top 10 Most Beautiful Churches In Europe
The Top Ten
1 Sagrada Família (Barcelona, Spain)
This iconic basilica, designed by Antoni Gaudí, is famous for its unique architectural style combining Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau forms. Its construction began in 1882 and remains incomplete, making it a unique symbol of ongoing artistic endeavor.
This iconic basilica, designed by Antoni Gaudí, is famous for its unique architectural style combining Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau forms. Its construction began in 1882 and remains incomplete, making it a unique symbol of ongoing artistic endeavor. All here are spectacular. Great choices.
2 Notre Dame Cathedral (Paris, France)
A masterpiece of French Gothic architecture, Notre Dame Cathedral is known for its flying buttresses, rose windows, and the iconic gargoyles guarding its roof. Severely damaged by fire in 2019, it is currently under restoration.
A masterpiece of French Gothic architecture, Notre Dame Cathedral is known for its flying buttresses, rose windows, and the iconic gargoyles guarding its roof. Severely damaged by fire in 2019, it is currently under restoration.
3 Westminster Abbey (London, England)
This Gothic abbey church is a significant religious building in the United Kingdom, having been the coronation church since 1066. It also serves as the final resting place for many monarchs and notable figures in British history.
This Gothic abbey church is a significant religious building in the United Kingdom, having been the coronation church since 1066. It also serves as the final resting place for many monarchs and notable figures in British history.
4 Milan Cathedral Duomo (Milan, Italy)
The Duomo di Milano is one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world. Its elaborate exterior, adorned with numerous spires and statues, contrasts with its spacious, light-filled interior.
The Duomo di Milano is one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in the world. Its elaborate exterior, adorned with numerous spires and statues, contrasts with its spacious, light-filled interior.
5 Borgund Stave Church (Borgund, Norway)
This well-preserved medieval wooden church, built around 1180, is a classic example of traditional Norwegian stave church architecture. It features intricate carvings and a distinctive tiered roof.
This well-preserved medieval wooden church, built around 1180, is a classic example of traditional Norwegian stave church architecture. It features intricate carvings and a distinctive tiered roof.
6 St. Peter's Basilica (Vatican City)
As one of the largest churches in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is a central site in Christianity. Its Renaissance architecture, designed by artists including Michelangelo and Bernini, houses significant artworks.
As one of the largest churches in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is a central site in Christianity. Its Renaissance architecture, designed by artists including Michelangelo and Bernini, houses significant artworks.
7 High Cathedral Church of St. Peter (Trier, Germany)
Known for its Romanesque architecture and the seamless addition of Gothic elements, this cathedral is the oldest in Germany. It stands on a site that has been sacred for over 1700 years.
8 The Church of Our Lady (Bruges, Belgium)
This church, famed for its brick tower, the tallest of its kind in the world, is a stunning example of Bruges' medieval architecture. It also houses Michelangelo's sculpture 'Madonna and Child.'
9 St. Stephen's Cathedral (Vienna, Austria)
A symbol of Vienna, this Gothic cathedral is known for its colorful tile roof and its role as a cultural and religious icon in Austria. It has survived many wars and now stands as a beacon of resilience.
10 St. Vitus Cathedral (Prague, Czech Republic)
This cathedral, a prominent example of Gothic architecture, features a blend of 14th-century design and 19th-century neo-Gothic additions. It's known for its stained glass windows and the St. Wenceslas Chapel.
This cathedral, a prominent example of Gothic architecture, features a blend of 14th-century design and 19th-century neo-Gothic additions. It's known for its stained glass windows and the St. Wenceslas Chapel.The Contenders
11 Church of the Annunciation (Vico Equense, Italy)
12 Santiago de Compostela Cathedral (Santiago de Compostela, Spain)
13 Aachen Cathedral (Aachen, Germany)
14 Church of St. John (Zittau, Germany)
15 Salzburg Cathedral (Salzburg, Austria)
16 Karlskirche (Vienna, Austria)
17 Melk Abbey Church (Melk, Austria)
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