In the 1960s, archaeologists stumbled upon remnants of the Carolingian palace where Charlemagne met with Pope Leo III, as well as the much better preserved foundations of the 11th-century palace of Heinrich II. The latter has been reconstructed as faithfully as possible and now showcases excavated items from both residences, from weapons and jewellery to vessels and tools. Other galleries provide insights into daily life in the Middle Ages and highlight various phases in the city's history.
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Close to the train station, this exquisite late-Gothic church is easily recognised by its neo-Gothic twin spires, which are undergoing restoration. One is…
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Enter Paderborn’s massive (104m long!) Gothic Dom through the southern portal (called ‘Paradise’) adorned with delicate carved figures. Inside, turn your…
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Paderborn's most important house of worship is also its smallest. The twee Bartholomäuskapelle was consecrated in 1017 and is considered the oldest hall…
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Remnants of the foundation of Charlemagne's palace, built in the late 8th century, have been unearthed north of the Dom.
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Paderborn's most important house of worship is also its smallest. The twee Bartholomäuskapelle was consecrated in 1017 and is considered the oldest hall…
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