Emperor Heinrich II. had the Cathedral constructed in Bamberg as early as 1002 and it was completed in 1012 after a building period of just ten years. However, this house of worship fell victim to fire, as did its successor. The third construction which contains stylistic elements of the late romanesque and early gothic periods has survived to the present day. The highlights include the tomb of the holy imperial couple Kunigunde and Heinrich II., created by Tilmann Riemenschneider, the "Bamberg Horseman" who is shrouded in mystery, the altar by Veit Stoß and the papal tomb of Clemens II.
Please note:
The 'DoMus visitor service' provides information on planning a visit to the Bamberg Cathedral and the diocese museum for individual visitors, travel groups, church groups and school classes. Public tours for individual guests take place on a daily basis.
All groups in the Bamberg Cathedral require a registration in advance and may only be led by authorized or registered cathedral guides. Private individuals, groups or travel companies must therefore book a group tour of the Bamberg Cathedral via the DoMus visitor service. The group size is limited to a maximum of 20 people per guide.
