St. Peter’s Church in Porrentruy is a Baroque building in the canton of Jura, located in the heart of the former princely town. Inside, you’ll discover ornate 18th-century architecture, a historic Callinet organ and a monumental high altar.
Religious buildings
Main highlights
- Baroque architecture from the 18th century, with rich ornamentation throughout the building
- Historic Callinet organ, an instrument renowned for its tonal qualities and craftsmanship
- Monumental high altar and period liturgical furnishings preserved in the church
Overview
St. Peter’s Church stands in the centre of Porrentruy, the former princely town of the canton of Jura. This place of worship is one of the canton’s examples of Baroque architecture.
Most of its decoration and furnishings date from the 18th century. The building retains a coherent artistic ensemble, from its interior ornamentation to its period liturgical objects.
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What to see and do
Inside, take in the Baroque ornamentation that covers the building. The monumental high altar dominates the choir and is the first thing to catch your eye.
The church is also home to a Callinet organ, a historic instrument renowned for its qualities. Take time to study the period liturgical furnishings preserved in the nave and choir.
Practical information
Access : the church is located in the centre of Porrentruy, in the old town.
Who it’s for : the visit will appeal to lovers of Baroque art, religious architecture and historic organs.
On site : the church is still an active place of worship, so modest dress and respectful behaviour are expected.
Visiting tips
Combine your visit to the church with a stroll through Porrentruy’s historic centre. Keep silent during services and admire the Baroque furnishings as you move slowly through the nave.
Nearby attractions
- The Musée de l’Hôtel-Dieu in Porrentruy presents the history of the Jura in an 18th-century building.
- The Jurassica Museum is dedicated to the geology and palaeontology of the Jura, featuring fossils and dinosaur footprints.
- Porrentruy Castle overlooks the town from its rocky spur and recalls the history of the Prince-Bishops of Basel.
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