Church, mosque or temple
Grossmünster
Zurich, Switzerland
The twin-towered church that dominates Zurich's skyline and was a cradle of the Swiss Reformation.
Church, mosque or temple · Switzerland · Zurich
Fraumünster
A medieval church famous for its stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall.
about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Fraumünster matters
Across the river from the Grossmünster, the slender-spired Fraumünster hides one big surprise: five tall stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall, glowing in blue, green and yellow. The church began as part of an abbey run by noblewomen who once ruled the city's affairs. Step inside, let your eyes adjust, and the colours take over.
Talking points
- Chagall created the windows in the 1970s.
- The abbey's abbess once held great power over Zurich.
- Its green spire is a landmark of the old town.
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Good to know: Photography inside is often restricted, so check the signs.
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