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The imposing St. Wendel Basilica attracts more than just pilgrims. Its Gothic entrance, striking towers, and winding alleyways make it a place steeped in history and atmosphere. It is considered the most important church in Saarland – named after St. Wendelin, patron saint of shepherds and farmers. 📸 Tip: If you follow the side streets, you'll discover not only great photo opportunities but also small cafés with views of the church.

The late Gothic church dates back to the 14th century. It contains the tomb of Saint Wendelin, making it a pilgrimage church. The interior is decorated with all kinds of murals, reliefs, and statues. Here, you can find peace even amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

A very beautiful old church in the heart of St. Wendel. It is also called Wendel's Cathedral.

Some of the Leitersweiler beeches are over 300 years old, but unfortunately their lifespan is also limited and some of these impressive trees have fallen in recent years.

Very nice cycle path with great rest areas to relax or linger.

The basilica in St. Wendel, sometimes also referred to as the cathedral, is one of the most beautiful and important religious buildings in Saarland. It bears the name of Wendalinus, who worked in the area of St. Wendel in the 5th century. He is the most famous saint in Saarland and is buried here. The construction of the basilica began in the 14th century. In 1753, the two small Gothic towers were supplemented by a stately baroque central tower (onion dome). This is 69 m high, the central nave 17 m high. The length of the basilica is 52 m. Behind the altar is the high grave (tumba) with the bones of St. Wendelin. It was built around 1500. On the bronze gravestone, created in 1924 by the sculptor Georg Busch, the saint is depicted surrounded by sheep. From the basilica, a 15-kilometer-long pilgrimage route leads to the abbey of Tholey, where, according to legend, Saint Wendelin is said to have served as abbot. Source: https://www.saarland-lese.de/sehenswuerdigkeiten/gebaeude/basilika-st-wendel/

In the 16th century, a house that belonged to the Soetern family stood on the site of the current town hall. After several changes of ownership and renovations and new buildings, in 1824 Duchess Luise moved to St. Wendel and into this very house. It was now called the “Ducal Palace” and the square was named after it. In 1857, the large building became the property of the town and from 1922 it was the town hall of St. Wendel.