A trip to Chur cannot be complete without understanding its rich heritage. The art and cultural activities in Chur will give you an insight into the city's history, traditions, and artwork. While visiting the cultural attractions in Chur would prove to be informative, attending its artsy events will leave you entertained. From cultural performances to historical monuments that give you a glimpse of the past, take a look at this list to know Chur better. Include these in attractions in your itinerary for Chur and have a great vacation.
Top Places for Art and Cultural Activities in Chur
Check the list of top places for art and culture in Chur:
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Built in the 12th century all through the 13the century, St Maria Himmelfahrt Cathedral is an architectural marvel and a spiritual mecca located at the heart of Chur. The cathedralwelcomes you with stone architecture while the colorful interiors keep you spellbound all through your visit. Highlights include: Architecture with an amalgamation of styles High glass stained windows Stunning alter ...Read more
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Ratisches Museum
(538 Votes)Original the residing place of Paul von BuolzuStrassundRietberg who gave house its Baroque styled design. In the 19th century under the concern of lawyer, historian and politician Peter Conradin von Planta-Zuoz, the place became a warehouse for articles of historical importance soon converting the place to a Museum! Highlights include: Ethnographic and numismatic collections. Textiles, sculptu...Read more -
St. Martin Church
(598 Votes)Built in 1491, St Martin Church has many stories attached to it. The most common one is of a speech delivered here by Martin Luther King himself! The church is known for its characteristic steeple which stands out over the old town and adds to its charm. Highlights include: Stained glass windows made by Augusto Giacometti implemented in 1919 Guided tour The place unfolds yet another of the ol...Read more -
Constructed in 1907 by Nicolaus Hartmann, the administration building depicts the authentic style of building in Chur. The simplistic and structured design stays true to ‘BündnerHeimatstil’- a movement that defines the construction in this region of Switzerland. Take a walk around the building and the adjacent courtyard to truly see a part of Chur which is the least altered. A ...Read more
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Kultur Forum Wurth Chur
(377 Votes)Experience art at its best at the KulturforumWurth. Initiated by Reinhold Würth in 1960’s, the gallery mainly showcases art from the 20th and 21st century even though the collections include medieval art from this region of Switzerland. Highlights include: Nearly 16,000 art pieces of the Wurth collection Paintings, sculptures and graphic art across decades The gallery is a must for...Read more -
A street in the old part of Chur, Kirchgasse is known for its authentic houses which date back to the 1500s! Highlights include: Gothic architecture of Martin Place Take a walk along the street, walking down narrow cobbled pathways while you admire the old houses, its characteristic layout and even take a pit-stop at St. Martin church to complete the walk.
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A 5th century Church excavated in 1800s, St Stephan Church is history in its rawest form. The church served as a cemetery church for the bishops during that time and is an underground church! The nearby church of St. Luzi together make for a great visit when in Chur. Highlights include: Ring Crypt at St Luzi Church A place is a must if you love history!