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St. Severin

Gothic Heritage in the Heart of Augsburg

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Augsburg: First Steps10 pts

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Augsburg: Insider50 pts

St. Severin is a remarkable Gothic sacred building from the 13th century. This chapel, serving as a prison church for the Augsburg Correctional Facility until 2016, is protected as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria.

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Until 2016, St. Severin served as a prison church.

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Heritage Status: Architectural Heritage Monument

Guided Story

Look around you and notice the ancient Gothic structure of St. Severin, dating back to the 13th century. This church served as the prison chapel for the Augsburg Correctional Facility until 2016. Its status as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria highlights its historical importance. If you glance south, you will see the Archaeological Garden just a short distance away. Imagine how this place has opened its walls for various purposes over the centuries. The Gothic elements are clearly visible from here, lending the site its distinctive aura. Let the quiet and reverent space draw you in as you ponder the stories these walls could tell.