Saint Thomas Church, Strasbourg 🇫🇷

Step into the historic Saint Thomas' Church in Strasbourg, France, an essential stop along the Route Romane d'Alsace. Known as the "Protestant Cathedral" or the "Old Lady," this active building serves as the city's main Lutheran church and stands as the only hall church in the Alsace region. The site has hosted worship since the sixth century, while the current fortress-like building features a Romanesque steeple from 1196 and late-Gothic architecture completed in 1521.

Inside the five-naved hall church, you will discover remarkable monuments spanning from 1130 to 1850. Don't miss the richly decorated ca. 1130 sarcophagus of Bishop Adelochus, the grand 1777 late-Baroque mausoleum of Marshal Maurice de Saxe by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, and the 1510 Renaissance tombstone of Nikolaus Roeder von Tiersberg depicting his decaying corpse.

Marvel at the late-Gothic Saint Michael fresco—one of the largest in France—and admire the intact medieval front rose window alongside nave windows decorated with architectural and botanical motifs. You can also view the famous 1741 Silbermann organ, played by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1778, and the 1905 Neo-Baroque organ designed by Albert Schweitzer.

What to see at Saint Thomas Church, Strasbourg

• The 1741 Silbermann organ played by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1778
• The grand 1777 late-Baroque mausoleum of Marshal Maurice de Saxe
• The ca. 1130 sarcophagus of Bishop Adelochus by the Master of Eschau
• One of France's largest frescoes, a late-Gothic depiction of Saint Michael
• The unique five-naved hall church structure built in Romanesque and late-Gothic styles

Visiting tips

Be sure to inspect the realistic details on the 1510 Renaissance tombstone of Nikolaus Roeder von Tiersberg during your walkthrough.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Saint Thomas Church, Strasbourg is easy to reach on Strasbourg’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Musée alsacien. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Strasbourg travel guide.