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Historic pilgrimage church with a Romanesque crucifix
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Located in Forstenried, a district of Munich, the Catholic Church of Holy Cross was founded in 1500. Designed by architect Kaspar Zuccalli in Gothic style, it is listed as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria. The church is renowned for the Forstenried Crucifix, believed to have miracle-working powers, making it a notable pilgrimage site.
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The Forstenried Crucifix is revered for its miracle-working reputation.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1500
- Architect
- Kaspar Zuccalli
- Architectural Style
- Gothic
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Welcome to a significant historical site in Forstenried. Before you stands the Catholic Church of Holy Cross, founded in 1500. This Gothic structure was designed by architect Kaspar Zuccalli and is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria. Inside, you'll find the remarkable Forstenried Crucifix, believed to possess miracle-working powers, drawing many pilgrims here. As you turn around, you'll see the Forstenried Cemetery, part of the church's rich history. Take a moment to absorb the tranquility and the historical details surrounding you.
Location
Nearby
Derzbachhof
77 m away
Bad Forstenrieder Park
381 m away
TSV Solln Turnhalle
577 m away
Basler Straße
707 m away
Wiederkunft des Herrn
700 m away
Ökumenisches Kirchenzentrum
832 m away
Heiligtum der „Sieghaften Kindlichkeit“
681 m away
Friedenskapelle
998 m away
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