City: Bavaria
Top Things to do in Bavaria
What to do and see in Bavaria, Germany: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
Anthem: Bayernhymne (German)
"Hymn of Bavaria"
Restaurants in Bavaria
1. Heilige Kapelle (Gnadenkapelle)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By 286natec - Ellensburg, United States
We love this place, it is full of history and love and peace. Take the time to look at all the paintings outside that tell great stories then head inside to praise Mary.
2. Gotische Kapelle Zell
3. St. Peter's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,635 reviews
This 11th-century cathedral, the city's oldest remaining church, is best known for its beautiful golden interior.
Reviewed By RLWOrangePark - Ponte Vedra Beach, United States
The Church of St Peter is one of Munich's main landmarks as it is the oldest church in the city and has a 300 foot bell tower with an observation deck at 184 feet offering a panoramic view and great photo opportunity over the Old Town and the Marienplatz. If you want to take advantage of this view, you have to climb 299 steps as there is no elevator. When the weather is clear, it is said that you can see all the way to the Alps. There is a small 3 euro entrance fee to the observation deck which is open from 10 AM to 6 PM. Inside the church is a magnificent 18th century gilded high altar and large ceiling frescos. A very macabre display in the church is located in the second chapel on the left side. There you will find the skeleton remains of St Mundita which is gilded in gold and covered with precious stones. Jewels even adorn her rotted teeth and false eyes. Mass times at the church are Saturday evening at 6 PM and Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM and 6 PM. Weekday masses are at 8:30 AM 10 AM, 11:30 AM and 6 PM. On many Sundays throughout the year (especially during significant church holidays) you can hear members of the Munich orchestra and the Chamber Choir St Peters perform Viennese classical music, South German romantic works and even contemporary music.
4. St. Anne's Church, Augsburg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
The church in which Martin Luther resided during his time in Augsburg.
Reviewed By colink650 - Wool, United Kingdom
We were just passing and popped in out of curiosity. We were delighted with the frescoes in the entry chapel , the light and airy church with curiously slope-roofed side aisle and old paintings of bible scenes
5. Oberammergau Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 407 reviews
This massive church is frequented visited by Catholic pilgrims.
Reviewed By gfrisch - San Antonio, United States
I visited this church on a rainy day in June.After passing through a grave yard a very old handcrafted door opens into the church.This is a Catholic Church,beautiful Wal paintings with a cupola painted and a Chrystal chandelier hanging down on a long chain.The seats are made of pine and you can tell they have been used for centuries.The altar is decorated in gold and silver and you can tell this is a very rich church.A very nice organ oversees the church and it powerful sound is nice to listen too.It is well worth it to take some time to visit this gem.
6. Cathedral of St Peter's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,388 reviews
Regensburg's skyline is dominated by the two towers of this 13th-century cathedral.
Reviewed By VW49 - Ashburn, United States
The tall Gothic, Catholic Cathedral of St Peter dominates the Regensburg skyline. The interior has soaring columns to support the high ceilings accompanied by beautiful stained glass windows, statutes and artworks. There is restoration work on-going so exterior scaffolding and construction barriers were in place during my visit. On an overcast day the light inside is rather low for photography but still there is so much to see in this active cathedral.
7. Asamkirche
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,737 reviews
Reviewed By ParvizM2013 - San Diego, United States
This is a small church in Munich in the old town area very close to the Marienplatz. This is the Church of St. Johann Nepomuk, also known as the Asam brothers church. This is an amazingly beautiful and full of details built in a Baroque style by two brothers. The two Asam brothers who were sculptor and painter built this beautiful church as a showcase of their talent. They lived there and met with their clients over there. This is simply a breathtaking and magnificent monument with lots of great artful details. Bravo Asam brothers. It is a must see in Munich.
8. Church of St. Ulrich and St. Afra
9. Cathedral of St. Maria (Dom St. Maria)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
This Gothic cathedral was originally constructed in the ninth century and was refurbished in the 14th century.
Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler - Singapore, Singapore
This is a pretty big church and is a must visit when in Augsburg. It has lovely Stained glasses as well as altar.
10. St. Jacob's Church (St. Jakobskirche)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 754 reviews
Reviewed By 604karenm - Louisiana, United States
St. Jacob's is on the pilgrimage route to St. James's grave in Spain, and should be visited for its beautiful wood carvings and stone sculptures. A peaceful stop in a very touristy destination.
