St. George’s Collegiate Church 🇩🇪

When you visit Tübingen in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, you cannot miss the Stiftskirche, also known as St. George's Collegiate Church. Standing as the central landmark of the city, this late Gothic structure was built by Peter von Koblenz in 1470.

You should visit to explore a fascinating piece of religious history: along with Tübingen itself, this church was among the very first to convert to Martin Luther’s Protestant church. Interestingly, as you walk inside, you will discover that the Stiftskirche still maintains and carefully defends several traditional "Roman Catholic" features, including its patron saints. During your visit, be sure to admire the remarkable stained glass windows.

These intricate works were designed by Peter Hemmel of Andlau, the renowned artisan who also created windows for famous churches in Ulm, Augsburg, Nuremberg, Munich, and Strasbourg. As you tour the interior, you will also encounter the historic burial site of notable historical figures. The church serves as the final resting place for several royals, including Eberhard I, Duke of Württemberg, Ulrich, Duke of Württemberg, Duchess Sabina of Bavaria, Christoph, Duke of Württemberg, Duchess Anna Maria of Brandenburg-Ansbach, Ludwig III, Duke of Württemberg, Duchess Dorothea Ursula of Baden-Durlach, and Duchess Ursula zu Veldenz-Lauterecken.

What to see at St. George's Collegiate Church

• Built in 1470 by Peter von Koblenz as a late Gothic landmark.
• Stained glass windows crafted by master designer Peter Hemmel of Andlau.
• Historic status as one of the earliest churches to adopt Martin Luther's Protestantism.
• Unique retention of "Roman Catholic" elements like patron saints.
• Final resting place for notable dukes and duchesses of Württemberg and surrounding regions.

Visiting tips

Plan your visit for a Sunday so you can experience the traditional tower music played live from the church tower.

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

How to get there & what’s nearby

St. George's Collegiate Church is easy to reach on Tübingen’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Bebenhausen Abbey. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Tübingen travel guide.