Asamkirche - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
Churches
Monuments
Notable Architectures
Things to know
About Asamkirche
Built from 1733 to 1746 by the brothers, sculptor Egid Quirin Asam, and painter Cosmas Damian Asam as their private church. It is considered to be one of the most important buildings of the southern German Late Baroque. The church was built without an order, as a private chapel for the greater glory of God and for the salvation of the builders.
Hotels near Asamkirche
Hotels to stay near Asamkirche
Activities Around
Attractions Near Asamkirche
St. Michael's Church Munich
0.42km from Asamkirche
Consecrated in 1597, it is the largest Renaissance church north of the Alps. The style of the building had an enormous influence on Southern German early Baroque architecture. The crypt contains among others the tombs of many members of the Wittelsbach dynasty.
Frauenkirche
0.49km from Asamkirche
Because of local height limits, the church towers of Frauenkirche are widely visible in Munich. City administration prohibits buildings with a height exceeding 99 m in the city, and as a result, no buildings may be built in the city over the aforementioned height. The south tower, which is normally open to those wishing to climb the stairs, will offer a unique view of Munich and the nearby Alps after its current renovation is completed. Both the towers are approximately 99 meters in height.
Victuals Market (Viktualienmarkt)
0.5km from Asamkirche
A daily food market and a square in the center of Munich. It is a popular market for gourmets with an area covering 22,000 m2 (240,000 sq ft), 140 stalls and shops offer flowers, exotic fruit, game, poultry, spices, cheese, fish, juices and so on.
St. Peter's Church Munich
0.5km from Asamkirche
A Roman Catholic parish church in the inner city of Munich. Its 91-meter (299 ft) tower is commonly known as "Alter Peter" (Old Pete) and is emblematic of Munich. It is the oldest recorded parish church in Munich and presumably the originating point for the whole city.
Munich Residenz
1.04km from Asamkirche
The former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria. It is the largest city palace in Germany and is open to visitors for its architecture, room decorations, and displays from the former royal collections. The complex of buildings contains ten courtyards and displays 130 rooms.
Discover More Attractions in Bavaria, Home of Asamkirche
Bavaria
52 attractions
Bavaria has a unique culture, largely because of the state's former Catholic majority and conservative traditions. Bavarians have traditionally been proud of their culture, which includes a language, cuisine, architecture, and festivals. The state also has the second-largest economy among the German states by GDP.
Location of Asamkirche
Comments
For more information about Asamkirche, visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asam_Church,_Munich
To view all hotels near Asamkirche, visit: Hotels near Asamkirche