Churches in Germany

This bust remembers the haunting local legend of a murderous monk.

A pair of giant stone heads represent the ancient Roman saints beheaded here.

After this historic church was destroyed by World War II bombing, its blackened shell was left standing as a monument.

On high feast days, the entire blue-glass front of this modern church opens up to reveal the small wooden church inside.

An Orthodox church inside a small "Garden of Eden" built by a man who had a vision.

A hole in the floor of this chapel is said to have been created by a footprint of the devil.

An imperial church bombed to ruins during WWII now stands as a jagged memorial.

One of the oldest cemeteries in Germany was originally used for victims of a cholera epidemic.

A famed artist's inspiring work of peace and tolerance.

Art historians have debated the identity of this medieval stone rider since the 19th century.

At one of Berlin’s oldest churches, visitors can place mosaic tiles to help restore a medieval mural.

This magnificent church allows travelers along one of Germany's busiest roadways a chance to rest and reflect.

The last Tsar of Russia constructed this private church just so he could attend services when visiting his wife's hometown.

This concrete church spent a period of its history as a World War II bunker.

This unique medieval artwork featuring the story of the Antichrist remained lost for decades.

This medieval cathedral houses stained-glass windows featuring saints and pretzels.