Eguisheim Flashcards
(12 cards)
Which Pope came from Eguisheim?
Pope Leo IX (9th)
Why was Pope Leo IX known as the ‘Reformer Pope’?
Leo IX’s aim was the eradication of what he saw as the chief evils of the time - clerical marriage, buying and selling of ecclesiastical offices, and lay investiture (conferment of an ecclesiastical office by a lay ruler).
What special statue can be seen in Saints Peter and Paul Church?
14th century “opening virgin” in the porch. Only example of this type in Alsace.
When did the village of Eguisheim start to develop?
Around 720 AD
When was the stone castle first built? And when does the present appearance date from?
11th century
Remained unchanged since 16th century.
What is the translation of Edelwicker (wine)?
Noble blend
Why is the Kugelhopf shaped like a sultan’s turban?
Legend has it that in 1643 Viennese bakers managed to protect their beloved city from the invading Turks. Cake shape celebrates their victory.
What was a colongère court?
A medieval form of organization of the rural world. It defined a group of farmers who depended on the same lord.
A colongère court generally included several houses, barns, stables, with land and meadows …
The farmers paid royalties or annual benefits to their lord.
Approximately when was the chapel of St Leo built?
Late 19th century
What are the oldest parts of St Peter and St Paul church?
The bell tower and the tympanum (13th century)
What is the population of Eguisheim?
Approximately 1,700
Which pope was from Eguisheim and, who is the current pope?
Pope Leo IX from Eguisheim
Pope Leo XIV current
