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St. Stephans Kirche

St. Stephans Kirche
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St. Stephan’s Church in Mainz is world‑famous for its luminous blue stained‑glass windows created by Marc Chagall, making it one of the city’s most inspiring landmarks. Founded in the late 10th century by Archbishop Willigis, the Gothic church stands on the highest point of Mainz’s Old Town. Its history reflects centuries of transformation, from medieval foundations to post‑war restoration. Between 1978 and 1985, Chagall designed nine windows for the east choir and transept, the only works of the artist in Germany. Their deep blues and biblical motifs bathe the interior in a mystical light, symbolizing reconciliation and peace. After Chagall’s death, his collaborator Charles Marq continued the project, adding 19 more windows to the nave and baptistry. Visitors also admire the church’s cloister, sculptures, and the Klais organ, which hosts regular concerts. St. Stephan’s is not only a place of worship but also a cultural treasure, blending medieval architecture with modern art to create a space of reflection and beauty at the heart of Mainz.

Mainz Germany
Location

St. Stephans Kirche (St. Stephen’s Church) is located at Kleine Weißgasse 12 in Mainz, situated high above the old town on the Stephansberg hill. It is the oldest Gothic hall church in the Upper Rhine region, constructed mainly between 1267 and 1340 on the foundations of an earlier church built around 990 by Archbishop Willigis. This church is renowned for its striking blue stained-glass windows created by the famous artist Marc Chagall, which fill the interior with a unique blue light. Nearby, visitors can explore the late Gothic cloister, considered the most beautiful in Rhineland-Palatinate, along with numerous cultural sites including the Mainz Cathedral and the historic Old Town. St. Stephan is easily accessible by public transport from Mainz Hauptbahnhof and is a significant spiritual and cultural landmark, attracting around 200,000 visitors annually.​

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