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St. Wolfgang
A Testament to New Objectivity Architecture
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Located in Augsburg's Spickel district, St. Wolfgang is a Catholic church designed by architect Thomas Wechs. Built between 1933 and 1934 in the style of New Objectivity, it is listed as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria along with its adjacent parsonage.
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The church was constructed in just one year.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- Thomas Wechs
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
As you stand here, take in the striking facade of St. Wolfgang Church, designed in the New Objectivity style by architect Thomas Wechs between 1933 and 1934. Notice the clean lines and understated elegance that define this architectural approach. This church is not only a place of worship but also a protected architectural heritage monument in Bavaria, along with its adjacent parsonage located at Hornungstraße 26 and 28. Together, the church and parsonage create a harmonious ensemble within the Spickel district of Augsburg. Feel the serene atmosphere surrounding this place of devotion and let the architecture inspire you.
