When does the Dom.Schatz.Kreuzgang tour take place?

The tour takes place on October 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM.

How long does the tour last?

The combined tour through the cathedral and the diocesan museum lasts about 90 minutes.

What is the cost to participate?

The regular admission price is 12 euros per person.

Where does the tour begin?

The meeting point is the Diocesan Museum at Domplatz 5 in 96049 Bamberg.

What sights will be shown?

The tour includes Bamberg Cathedral, the Gothic cloister, and the Diocesan Museum with the Bamberg Rider, the imperial tomb, the Mary altar, the star mantle, and other sacred art treasures.

Where can tickets be purchased?

Tickets are available at the museum box office of the Diocesan Museum.

Discover Bamberg's Cathedral Treasure: Tour of Art, History, and Spiritual Heritage

Name: Public Tour Dom.Schatz.Kreuzgang
Start: 2026-10-28T10:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-28T12:00:00+01:00
Location: Diözesanmuseum Bamberg

Dom.Schatz.Kreuzgang: Discover Bamberg's spiritual and cultural heritage

On October 28, 2026, the public tour Dom.Schatz.Kreuzgang invites you to an impressive discovery experience on Bamberg's Cathedral Hill. In 90 minutes, sacred architecture, European art history, and local history combine to provide a cultural enrichment for Bamberg visitors, art enthusiasts, and history lovers.

The Bamberg Cathedral and its imperial history

The tour first leads to the Bamberg Cathedral, whose origins trace back to the canonized imperial couple Heinrich and Kunigunde. After several fires, the current building was created between 1200 and 1237. Its clear design language, Romanesque and Gothic elements, and special atmosphere make the cathedral one of Bamberg's most significant landmarks.

Masterpieces of European art history

The focus is on outstanding works of art from the cathedral. The famous Bamberg Rider is among the most impressive medieval sculptures in Germany. French influences shape its artistic impact. The imperial tomb crafted by Tilman Riemenschneider and the Mary altar carved by Veit Stoß also provide insight into the high quality of late medieval sculpture.

Through the Gothic Cloister to the Diocesan Museum

Through the historic cloister, participants will enter the Diocesan Museum. There, they will encounter precious testimonies of ecclesiastical and cultural heritage. Highlights include the 11th-century star mantle, the vestments of Pope Clement II, and the largest surviving Ottonian cross. The exhibits make medieval history immediately tangible.

A guided experience for cultural travelers

The combined tour through the cathedral and the diocesan museum conveys architectural connections, religious traditions, and art historical expertise in a compact form. The tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, and culture-oriented groups who wish to experience Bamberg's Cathedral Hill with expert insights and an attentive look.

Conclusion: Experience Bamberg intensively

Dom.Schatz.Kreuzgang opens a concentrated access to Bamberg's local history, sacred art, and vibrant cultural heritage. Those wishing to discover the Bamberg Cathedral, the Gothic cloister, and the treasures of the Diocesan Museum in one event will find an inspiring city tour with lasting impressions.