The Cathedral land was consecrated in 1012 but the current structure was built in the mid 13th century, after the first two cathedrals burnt down. The Romanesque and Gothic styles reflect the length of time it took to rebuild the cathedral.

It is still a Roman Catholic Church and the seat of the Bishop of Bamberg. The Cathedral of St Peter and St George is named after St George, representing the Holy Roman Empire, and St Peter, representing the Pope. The tombs of Heinrich II and his Empress, Kunigunde, are beautifully carved. The Bamberg Horseman statue is also in the cathedral. The Diocesan museum and shop are on the premises.

Cathedral of St Peter and St George, Domplatz 2, 96049 Bamberg, Phone: 09-5-15-02-25-12

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