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St. Gallen Cathedral

St. Gallen Cathedral belongs to the abbey precinct that shapes a visit to the city. Its architecture and liturgical scale contrast with the Abbey Library, revealing transformations accumulated over several centuries.

St. Gallen Cathedral
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The place

What makes it special

  • The cathedral’s architecture and liturgical scale.
  • The square and abbey precinct as an urban setting.
  • A combined visit with the Abbey Library and historic centre.
Abbey of Saint Gall
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Abbey of Saint Gall
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St. Gallen Cathedral

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Square and cathedral in the Abbey District of St. Gallen

St Gallen: bringing together a monastic library and a textile city

A day in St Gallen can connect medieval manuscripts, Baroque architecture and a textile industry that still offers clues to understanding the city.

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Profile updated: 24/09/2026