St. Michael's Church in Munich

St. Michael's Church in Munich

St. Michael's Church in Munich is located in Munich, Germany. It was built between 1583 and 1597 by Duke William V of Bavaria as a Jesuit church and served as a spiritual center for the Counter-Reformation. The church features Renaissance architecture and had a profound influence on early Baroque buildings in southern Germany.

St. Michael's Church in Munich is one of the most famous Catholic churches in Munich and is the largest Renaissance-style church north of the Alps. Unfortunately, the church suffered severe damage during World War II. Restoration took place from 1946 to 1948, followed by interior stucco repairs from 1980 to 1983. The exterior of the church is magnificent, featuring bronze statues of Duke William and several members of the Wittelsbach dynasty. The barrel-vaulted ceiling inside is the largest in the world after St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, spanning over 20 meters and is truly spectacular. The church houses the sarcophagus of Eugène de Beauharnais, along with numerous sculptures of historical figures.

St. Michael's Church, Munich

Reason to visit: The largest Renaissance-style church north of the Alps

Continent: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region: Germany[Germany]

Province/State: Bavaria [Bavaria]

City: Munich [Munich]