Asam Church

Ingolstadt, Germany

Without a forecourt or towers and somewhat hidden away in the Old Town, the true magnificence of the Baroque Asam Church Maria de Victoria lies in its stunning interior. Two exceptionally valuable artistic treasures adorn this architectural gem, which was built between 1732 and 1736 as the oratory of the Marian student congregation.

The Incarnation of the Lord is the subject of the phenomenal ceiling fresco that was painted by Cosmas Damian Asam, the most well-known Bavarian artist of the Baroque era, at the height of his creativity. This perspectival masterpiece, which is the largest flat ceiling fresco in the world and measures 42 metres by 16 metres, can be best appreciated by walking around beneath it. Another valuable artefact is the Lepanto Monstrance, which was completed in 1708 and stands in the treasure chamber.

This filigree work of art, set in gold and silver, represents the Christians' victory over the Turks in the sea battle of Lepanto - the unique portrayal of a combat on the world's most valuable monstrance.

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Neubaustraße 1 1/2, Ingolstadt, Germany
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Founded: 1732-1736
Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: Thirty Years War & Rise of Prussia (Germany)

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www.ingolstadt-tourismus.de

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

冷云 (4 months ago)
The painting is impressive but definitely overpriced for 3Eur because I was only allowed to be there for less than 5min. When some new visitors came in I am not allowed to be there anymore.
Didi Curry (4 months ago)
Awesome painting on the ceiling. Impressive wooden entrance door!
Júlia Lyra (10 months ago)
The guide was very kind, tried to explain stuff though she doesn't really speak English. Beautiful church.
Juan Antonio Estrada Herrera (11 months ago)
This church it's quite beautiful... From the outside it seems a little simple but on the inside its wonderful... Though a bit small. Still, I really like the many paintings on the wall and the big one on the ceiling... They also have some interesting relics and other religious stuff. The entrance cost about 3€ but I think it's worth it just for the beauty of its interior.
Tina Engemann (2 years ago)
Went to see an organ concert, it was exceptional! We spent memorable time in surrounded by precious art and powerful, passionate music. Truly delightful
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