Medieval

This is Bremen’s oldest historic district, famous for its labyrinth of narrow medieval alleys lined with tiny, colorful 15th-century houses that resemble beads on a rope.

A pristine medieval church that was visited by Columbus before his travels to the Americas.

This 12th-century gatehouse has survived England’s many religious upheavals

An architectural anomaly that preserves the chilling history of medieval ascetics who chose to be buried alive.

Ruins of a church in a peaceful location overlooking fields.

The first building to be positively identified as Anglo-Saxon in origin.

St John the Baptist Church in Danbury, Essex, is a wonderful place to explore medieval architecture and artistry, in particular their bench ends, knight effigies, and unique squint.

A ruined castle revived by a glove magnate, home to countless tales of bad luck, romance, and war.

This 8-foot Anglo-Saxon cross is a rare surviving example of Mercian craftsmanship.

This 13th century convent is now a medieval painting museum.

A haunting medieval cloister that once served as the friars’ burial ground.

The remains of a 13th-century Norman fortress, largely destroyed by an explosive renovation.

Explore Treuenbrietzen’s past inside a restored medieval chapel with artifacts, crafts, and a historic pharmacy.

Where water once promised healing.

Medieval streets buried beneath a papal fortress now form an underground city you can walk through.

This modest German chapel has been in use for more than 1000 years.

Before construction of the famous Tintagel Castle, this site in Cornwall was likely a prosperous Dark Age trading port.

Frederick II died at this forgotten castle in Puglia, Italy.