Bavaria's hidden treasures: Asamkirche and Sebalduskirche in focus!

Bavaria's hidden treasures: Asamkirche and Sebalduskirche in focus!

The hidden treasures of Bavaria are in the spotlight: In a current ranking by SumUp, lesser-known destinations in Germany are examined to present places that are often overlooked but are definitely worth a visit. The old town of Quedlinburg is at the top of the ranking with 99.34 points. The Asamkirche in Munich can look forward to fifth place, while the Sebalduskirche in Nuremberg occupies sixteenth position. The Asamkirche received 91.96 points and is considered an “underrated gem” with an impressive rate of 70.3 percent of 5-star ratings. Despite its splendor, the church only boasts 8,490 Instagram posts, compared to the over 234,000 posts from the Frauenkirche in Dresden.

Speaking of Asam Church: This impressive baroque church, also known as St. John Nepomuk Church, attracts numerous visitors with its unique architecture. It was built between 1733 and 1746 by the brothers Cosmas Damian and Egid Quirin Asam and is an important example of late Baroque architecture in southern Germany. Its design was initially private, which gave the architects a lot of freedom in the design. The church is structured on three levels: the lower level is intentionally gloomy and symbolizes worldly suffering, the middle level shines with white and blue and is reserved for the emperor, while the upper level is flooded with light and is dedicated to God and eternity.

Stunning details

The Asam Church not only impresses with its shape, but also with its rich details. A particular highlight is the pyramid above the altar, which represents a tongue and shows five stars symbolizing “TACUI” – “I have remained silent”. The wave shape of the facade and the curved windows are further features of this baroque masterpiece. The wooden elements depicting the martyrdom of St. John of Nepomuk also attract attention. In addition, the church impressively reports on topics such as death, judgment, hell and heaven, especially through the visual representations in the confessionals.

A piece of baroque history

The Baroque architecture in which the Asam Church is rooted flourished around 1600, reflecting the political and religious changes of the time. Particularly in southern Germany, especially in Bavaria, the Baroque left a lasting impression, characterized by overloaded decorations and impressive interiors. The driving forces behind this development included the prince-bishops, who created incentives for baroque facades in order to promote architecture. Other masterpieces of Baroque architecture can be found in cities like Bamberg or Eichstätt, where the abundance of stucco and magnificent paintings create a very unique atmosphere.

Overall, SumUp's survey shows how important it is to raise public awareness of these unique places that are important for regional development and local tourism. Whether you visit the Asam Church in Munich or the Sebaldus Church in Nuremberg is a decision for a piece of German history and culture that is often unfairly overshadowed by other, better-known sights.