St. Anne’s Cathedral, Debrecen

St. Anne's Cathedral, Debrecen — view
St. Anne's Cathedral, Debrecen. Photo: Thaler Tamas, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
DEBRECEN, HUNGARY
St. Anne’s Cathedral

A Catholic cathedral serving the Diocese of Debrecen-Nyíregyháza since 1993, this church stands at the spiritual heart of Hungary’s second-largest city.

At a glance

St. Anne’s Cathedral (Szent Anna székesegyház) is the principal Catholic church of Debrecen. It has functioned as the seat of the Diocese of Debrecen-Nyíregyháza for over three decades.

History

The cathedral assumed its role as diocesan seat in 1993, marking a significant moment in the city’s religious life. Before this designation, the building served the Catholic community of Debrecen in other capacities.

What you see

St. Anne’s Cathedral represents Catholic ecclesiastical architecture in Hungary. The church building occupies a central position within Debrecen’s urban landscape, serving both as a place of worship and a landmark.

Cultural significance

As the cathedral of the Diocese of Debrecen-Nyíregyháza, St. Anne’s holds importance for the Catholic faithful across the region. The building reflects the presence and heritage of Catholic Christianity in eastern Hungary.

Key facts

  • Country: Hungary
  • City: Debrecen
  • Coordinates: 47.5269, 21.63
  • Designated as diocesan cathedral: 1993

Practical information & getting there

The cathedral is located in Debrecen, Hungary’s second-largest city in the eastern part of the country. Detailed visiting information, opening hours and access details are available through local tourism resources and the Diocese of Debrecen-Nyíregyháza.

Sources & resources

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