St. Peter und Paul Hochheim
Kirchstraße
65239 Hochheim
Telefon: 06146 / 3044
Telefax: 06146 / 7105
religious denomination: roman catholic
65239 Hochheim
Telefon: 06146 / 3044
Telefax: 06146 / 7105
religious denomination: roman catholic
The church of St Peter and St Paul, built in the years 1730 to 1732, is the only late Baroque fresco church in Hesse. The frescos were created by Johann Baptist Enderle in 1775. Accumulated layers of paint and dirt have been removed in recent years so that the original colours are now visible.
The paintings show the Calling, the Profession of Faith and the goal of the lives of both Peter and Paul, the patron saints of this church. Free tours are available at 3.30 p.m. on Sundays during the summer months and on request. The church is the landmark of the city of Hochheim am Main, which is famous for its wine and sparkling wine; it is located on the slope facing the vineyards.
Points of interest
- Beautiful ambience with the church square, the sexton's house and the view from the belvedere
- Late Baroque frescos (1775) by Johann Baptist Enderle, restored from 1996-2005
Opening hours
Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays after service until 6 p.m.
Services
Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 9 a.m. (on 1st, 3rd and
5th weekends), otherwise Sundays at 11.00 a.m.
Bus connections
Train S1 to Hochheim;
Line 48, Bus stop: Dresdner Ring
Parking
parking as permitted in the vicinity, nearby underground car park