The builders’ challenge
The Strasbourg cathedral is a stunning edifice, a masterwork of gothic architecture which also expresses the bold ambitions of its creators. With its church spire which rose to a height of 142 meters it became the world’s tallest building and it held that distinction until the 19th century. Who were the master builders of the cathedral? What is the cathedral’s history?
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
The builders’ challenge
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 15, 2012
Runtime
1h 28m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
95%
Original Title
Die Kathedrale - Baumeister des Straßburger Münsters
Production Companies
ARTE
Director
Marc Jampolsky
Description
The Strasbourg cathedral is a stunning edifice, a masterwork of gothic architecture which also expresses the bold ambitions of its creators. With its church spire which rose to a height of 142 meters it became the world’s tallest building and it held that distinction until the 19th century. Who were the master builders of the cathedral? What is the cathedral’s history?