Rouffach - Notre Dame de l'Assomption

The architecture of Notre Dame de l'Assomption, the parish church of Rouffach, about 20kms south of Colmar, is a mixture between romanesque and gothique. The large building suffered heavy damage during the French Revolution.

Work on the building started within the 11th century and continued until 1508. The twin-towered façade, seen here, remained unfinished. During the restauration during the 19th century it was planed to complete the facade. The works actually started at the north tower using red sandstone. Then the Franco-Prussian War stopped all works in 1870 - and the façade stayed unfinished. So, the north tower now is 56 m., while the south tower is only 42 m. high.