--- title: "UNESCO-Welterbe Mariendom" url: "https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/poi/unesco-welterbe-mariendom" description: "The UNESCO World Heritage Church of St. Mary's Cathedral is one of Hildesheim's main attractions. But what makes it so special? The cathedral's mighty dimensions alone are impressive - and of course its unique art treasures. For example, the gilded chandelier from the Middle Ages with a diameter of six metres! Or the so-called Bernward Door - a masterpiece of cast bronze art. But it is not only the architecture that is marvelled at here. A popular photo spot is the 1000-year-old rose bush. Learn about the legend on site, which goes back to the origin of the bishopric in 815 and is literally entwined around this place.." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1155902/fe3bc6c2bbc4fbd1c134b8a938beedb92bbd5c70c0f26c7c97c7afb63cecbe5d/unesco-welterbe-mariendom-foto-max-wiesenbach-ccby-jpg.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share UNESCO-Welterbe Mariendom ========================= - Tip - Church - Cultural World Heritage Site UNESCO-Welterbe Mariendom, Foto Max Wiesenbach (CCBY).jpg Unique art treasures and the 1000-year-old rosebush The UNESCO World Heritage Church of St. Mary's Cathedral is one of Hildesheim's main attractions. But what makes it so special? The cathedral's mighty dimensions alone are impressive - and of course its unique art treasures. For example, the gilded chandelier from the Middle Ages with a diameter of six metres! Or the so-called Bernward Door - a masterpiece of cast bronze art. But it is not only the architecture that is marvelled at here. A popular photo spot is the 1000-year-old rose bush. Learn about the legend on site, which goes back to the origin of the bishopric in 815 and is literally entwined around this place. . Read more 1000-jähriger Rosenstock UNESCO-Welterbe Mariendom 2023\_Max Wiesenbach\_Dom\_Rahmen\_CC-BY WEB.JPG Good to know ------------ Openings St. Mary's Cathedral: Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm Sunday: 12 to 17:30 Cathedral foyer: Monday to Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm (except December 24 and 31) Public guided tours of the cathedral: Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 3 p.m. The meeting point for guided tours is the cathedral foyer/entrance to the cathedral museum. Public museum tours: Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 2 p.m. Additional public guided tours on campaign days On action days, on the 1st Tuesday of the month, all visitors have free admission. Read more Price info Price adult: €5.00 Admission to the cathedral is free of charge, guided tours at the prices listed above. Tickets for the cathedral tour are available via the of St. Mary's Cathedral or on site in the cathedral foyer. Free participation in the cathedral tour for children up to 6 years. Information on reduced prices: Pupils, students, holders of social or disability cards Read more Payment methods American Express, Cash payment on site, Maestro, Mastercard, Paypal, invoice, Visa Hygiene and infection safety measures Read more Directions & Parking facilities Der Mariendom ist zentral gelegen und gut mit dem Auto oder den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln zu erreichen. Die Bushaltestelle "Museum" befindet sich in 270 m Entfernung. Für die Anreise mit dem Auto bitte dem Parkleitsystem für den Bereich Dom folgen. Read more Social Media Read more License (master data) Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Other offers for citizens - Place of interest - Cultural World Heritage Site - Historical site - Church Contact Domhof 4 31134 Hildesheim