St. Martin's Basilica has dominated the cityscape and story of Halle since the 14th century. Construction began in 1341 but the monumental Gothic church continued to grow and change over the centuries. Inside you walk through time and the history of Halle: apostle statues from the 14th century, a baptismal font from the 15th century, a baroque pulpit from the 17th century and even cannon balls, which according to legend were caught by Mary's cloak during the siege of 1489. And, of course, the miraculous black statue of Mary from the 13th century, which already attracted masses of pilgrims in the Middle Ages.
Practical
Closing times may vary slightly in summer and winter.
On Saturdays and Sundays, the church is open for longer due to the evening service.
Enjoy a guided visit in a group.
The visitor guide leads you through the highlights of the basilica. Meanwhile, children ages 8 and up are challenged to escape from a veritable "basilica maze.
Would you like to climb the tower of the basilica or admire the treasures in the treasury? Then come along during open days or during Heritage Day.
While scrolling through the 360° images, discover all the masterpieces in the basilica.
Location and accessibility
Train station Halle 380 metres away.