Heribert of Cologne, also known as Saint Heribert, was a German prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the Archbishop of Cologne from 999 until his death. He was chancellor of Italy for Otto III, Holy Roman Emperor from 994 and for the Kingdom of Germany from 998. He became an advisor and ally to Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor; their relationship began poorly, but strengthened over time.

March 16

• Rain
• Deutz
• Cologne

970

16 March 1021 (aged 50-51)

Canonized

1075

Pope Gregory VII

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