Basilica of St. Servatius
Basilica of St. Servatius
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GregoryAlpha
Aalborg, Denmark4,344 contributions
May 2022 • Business
Fantastic basilica which is the largest Romanesque church in the Netherlands. St. Servatius is saint patron of city of Maastricht. The treasury contains impressive collection of Christan artifacts i.a. relics of St. Sevatius and St. Cosmas & Damian.
Written 11 May 2022
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Hadrienne
Montreal, Canada474 contributions
Jan 2014 • Solo
... to see the treasure of St. Servatius. There are two or three rooms with exhibits of the treasure, silver, icons, relics, with explanation in English in a leaflet. The church is very large, stunning and worth a visit.
Written 8 January 2014
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John R
Bath92 contributions
June 2013 • Couples
We visited the Basilica of St. Servatius in Maastricht during a day visit to the city which me made by train from Brussels in late June this year. The journey took about 1 hour 20 mins with a change at Liege. The walk to the Basilica across the bridge over the river Maas from the station and then through the old town was in its self memorable.
We have visited many cathedrals throughout Europe but St. Servatius is exceptional with much to see and enjoy. Our visit was made even more interesting by hearing a young student practising on the fine organ. Do visit Maastricht and its fine Basilica if you possibly can.
We have visited many cathedrals throughout Europe but St. Servatius is exceptional with much to see and enjoy. Our visit was made even more interesting by hearing a young student practising on the fine organ. Do visit Maastricht and its fine Basilica if you possibly can.
Written 27 August 2013
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Herbert C
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June 2024 • Solo
The Basilica of Saint Servatius is a monumental Roman Catholic church built mainly in the Romanesque style. Together with its neighbour, the Gothic-style Church of St John, both churches are easily the star attractions in Maastricht's grandest square, Vrijthof. The current church building is probably the 4th iteration to be built on the site where the first bishop of Maastricht (and its namesake) Saint Servatius was buried in the 4th century. A fee is charged for entry into the church which includes the treasure room. So if you're averse to paying a fee to enter a church, admiring the building from the open square should more than appease your instagram urges.
Written 25 July 2024
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Debbie R
Dallas, TX159 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
We loved this Beautiful Basilica in Maastricht.
We learned that the present-day church is probably the fourth church that was built on the site of the grave of Saint Servatius, an Armenian missionary who was bishop of Tongeren and died allegedly in 384 in Maastricht.[1] A small memorial chapel on the saint's grave was replaced by a large stone church built by bishop Monulph around 570. This church was replaced by a larger pilgrim church in the late 7th century, which was then replaced by the present-day structure, which was built in several stages over a period of more than 100 years. The nave was built in the first half of the 11th century, the transept in the second half of the century, and the choir and westwork in the 12th century. The Romanesque church was built during a period in which the chapter of Saint Servatius kept close ties to the Holy Roman Emperors, which resulted in a building that has the characteristics of a German imperial church. The dedication of the church in 1039 was attended by the emperor Henry III and twelve bishops. Most of the church's Medieval provosts were sons of the highest ranking German noble families. Several held the office of chancellor of the German Empire; at least eight provosts went on to become archbishops.
Over the centuries the interior of the church underwent many changes. In the 17th century, the Gothic choir rood screen with sculpted depictions of the life of Servatius was demolished. Fragments from the 14th-century screen were discovered during the 1980s restoration works and are now kept in the church's lapidarium in the East crypt. By the end of the 18th century, the entire church interior had been painted white, the colourful Medieval stained glass windows had been replaced by colourless glass, and the church looked distinctly Baroque.
Between 1866 and 1900 the church underwent major restorations during which some of the damage done earlier in the century was reversed. The restoration was led by famous Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers. In 1955 a fire caused Cuypers' Gothic Revival westwork spire to fall through the roof of the church, which made another thorough restoration necessary (1982–1991). During this latter restoration, Cuypers' colourful interior decoration scheme was largely removed. During this most recent restoration, extensive excavations that were carried out in the church and adjacent buildings, revealed a wealth of information about the history of the church and its predecessors.
We learned that the present-day church is probably the fourth church that was built on the site of the grave of Saint Servatius, an Armenian missionary who was bishop of Tongeren and died allegedly in 384 in Maastricht.[1] A small memorial chapel on the saint's grave was replaced by a large stone church built by bishop Monulph around 570. This church was replaced by a larger pilgrim church in the late 7th century, which was then replaced by the present-day structure, which was built in several stages over a period of more than 100 years. The nave was built in the first half of the 11th century, the transept in the second half of the century, and the choir and westwork in the 12th century. The Romanesque church was built during a period in which the chapter of Saint Servatius kept close ties to the Holy Roman Emperors, which resulted in a building that has the characteristics of a German imperial church. The dedication of the church in 1039 was attended by the emperor Henry III and twelve bishops. Most of the church's Medieval provosts were sons of the highest ranking German noble families. Several held the office of chancellor of the German Empire; at least eight provosts went on to become archbishops.
Over the centuries the interior of the church underwent many changes. In the 17th century, the Gothic choir rood screen with sculpted depictions of the life of Servatius was demolished. Fragments from the 14th-century screen were discovered during the 1980s restoration works and are now kept in the church's lapidarium in the East crypt. By the end of the 18th century, the entire church interior had been painted white, the colourful Medieval stained glass windows had been replaced by colourless glass, and the church looked distinctly Baroque.
Between 1866 and 1900 the church underwent major restorations during which some of the damage done earlier in the century was reversed. The restoration was led by famous Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers. In 1955 a fire caused Cuypers' Gothic Revival westwork spire to fall through the roof of the church, which made another thorough restoration necessary (1982–1991). During this latter restoration, Cuypers' colourful interior decoration scheme was largely removed. During this most recent restoration, extensive excavations that were carried out in the church and adjacent buildings, revealed a wealth of information about the history of the church and its predecessors.
Written 5 September 2018
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burls1
Sacramento, California399 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of the basilica. One of the first rooms you encounter is the treasury. Climb the stairs, you won't be disappointed by the textiles and treasures upstairs. We're always a little turned off by the relics, but the reliquaries are beautiful. The alters and the church are magnificent. The original entry way has some of the most intricate tile work in Europe.
Written 7 May 2015
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Joost G
The Woodlands, TX8 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
The St Servatius Basilica is a roman-catholic church (still in use) that dates back to around the 4th century, but has been remodeled and rebuilt many times so many styles are visbile. Even for the non-religious, the sheer beauty of the church exterior and interior is worth a visit - in fact, worth a trip to Maastricht. And the nearest bar is always just around the corner!
Written 3 January 2014
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theART0fTRAvel
Maastricht, The Netherlands7 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
The biggest church in Maastricht. Very beautiful and light interior. From an architectural type wich finds his inspiration in Cologne.
Written 25 November 2013
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chakapt
Grafenwohr, Germany27 contributions
Sept 2013 • Family
The Cathedral has an interesting history that is worth looking up on the internet site of the Cathedral itself. Available in many languages.
Written 2 October 2013
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yvrite68
Vancouver, Canada5 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
We've seen plenty of churches on our European summer trip, but this was really nice. A must see. Make sure you go to the treasure room.
Written 25 August 2013
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Amaliaflorentina
Marl, Germany
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Ich war heute nur auf der Durchreise dort. Die Basilika hatte eigentlich geschlossen. Aber ein sehr sehr netter Mann hat uns doch noch einen kleinen Einblick hinein erlaubt. Total der nette Mann. Ich versprach das wir mal in Ruhe kommen und mit ihm die Führung machen. Aber ich weiß garnicht wie er heißt. Es ging alles so schnell.
Kenn ihn jemand bzw weiß jemand von wem ich spreche. Er ist groß grau haarig trägt ne Brille. Mehr kann ich leider nicht dazu sagen.
Written 21 June 2018
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