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St. Ludwig
First monumental church in round-arch style
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Completed in 1844 and designed by Leo von Klenze, St. Ludwig Church in Munich is a prominent example of the round-arch style. As a Catholic parish and university church, it features one of the world's largest altar frescoes. Its designation as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria highlights its historical and cultural significance.
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The altar fresco is the second largest in the world.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1844
- Architect
- Leo von Klenze
- Architectural Style
- Rundbogenstil
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Website
- st-ludwig-muenchen.de
Audio Guide
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Part of These Trails
Heritage Sites in München — Hidden GemsStop 2 of 11
Leo von Klenze Buildings in MünchenStop 8 of 13
Classical München — Walk IIStop 1 of 13
Location
Nearby
Philologicum
92 m away
Universitätsbibliothek der LMU München
108 m away
Herzogliches Georgianum
138 m away
Bavarian State Library
163 m away
Staatliches Bauamt München 2
61 m away
Historisches Kolleg
194 m away
Römischer Brunnen
204 m away
Geschwister-Scholl-Platz
203 m away
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