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Basilika St. Ulrich und Afra
Gothic grandeur meets history and faith
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Augsburg: First Steps10 pts
Augsburg: Explorer25 pts
Augsburg: Insider50 pts
St. Ulrich and Afra Basilica in Augsburg, founded in 1467, stands as a stunning example of late Gothic architecture. Designed by Burkhart Engelberg and Valentin Kindlin, it serves as a Roman Catholic pilgrimage church and a monument of national importance. Its distinctive onion-shaped tower influenced Baroque church designs across Bavaria.
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Did you know?
In the 17th century, the election of the Roman-German king was held here twice.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1467
- Architect
- Burkhart Engelberg, Valentin Kindlin
- Architectural Style
- Gothic
- Height
- 30 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
- Website
- ulrichsbasilika.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Audio Guide
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Part of These Trails
Churches of AugsburgStop 12 of 13
Heritage Sites in AugsburgStop 8 of 12
752 Years of AugsburgStop 6 of 7
Highlights of AugsburgStop 6 of 9
Late Medieval AugsburgStop 3 of 5
Towers & Views of AugsburgStop 7 of 12
Location
Nearby
St. Ulrich
35 m away
Heilige Barbara
56 m away
Martini-Palais
106 m away
Godehardskapelle
56 m away
Tagungshotel Haus Sankt Ulrich
54 m away
Alte Schmiede
119 m away
Augsburger Puppenkiste
251 m away
Freie Evangelische Gemeinde Augsburg-Mitte
144 m away