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St. Sylvester
Historic Village Church in Schwabing's Heart
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The Roman Catholic parish church of St. Sylvester in Munich's Schwabing district is one of the city's oldest religious sites. Designed by Hermann Buchert, it is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria. Located on Biedersteiner Straße, it reflects a rich history as Schwabing's former village church.
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St. Sylvester is among the oldest church sites in Munich.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- Hermann Buchert
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
Guided Story
You're standing before the Roman Catholic parish church of St. Sylvester, one of Munich's oldest religious sites. Designed by Hermann Buchert, this church is an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria. Notice how it gracefully sits along Biedersteiner Straße, reflecting its past as the village church of Schwabing. The church's structure tells a story of a time when Schwabing was a village on its own. Take a moment to appreciate the history that resonates through every brick of this remarkable building.
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Churches of München — Walk IIStop 7 of 8
Location
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