MonasteryKitzingen

Klosterkirche

Klosterkirche

The church can be visited

The former Capuchin monastery church of Himmelfahrt Mariä und heiliger Franziskus Seraphikus in Kitzingen, Bavaria, represents a significant architectural monument. This historic house of worship, once part of a Capuchin monastery, continues to shape the townscape.

History+

The church belonged to the Capuchin order, a branch of the Franciscans. Its history is closely intertwined with the development of the monastery, which played a spiritual and cultural role in Kitzingen for centuries. As a listed building in Bavaria, the church is a testament to past eras and the monastic tradition in the region.

Location+

The building is situated in the town of Kitzingen in the federal state of Bavaria, a region known for its rich history and diverse cultural landscapes.

On site+

Today, the former monastery church is protected as an architectural monument, thus preserving its historical heritage for future generations. Its presence is a reminder of the former importance of the Capuchin order in Kitzingen.

Nearby+
  • Ursuline Monastery (sacred building, approx. 428 m away)

  • Sulzfeld Town Fortifications (town fortifications, approx. 3818 m away)

  • Michelfeld Castle (castle, approx. 4572 m away)

  • Ebracher Hof Castle (castle, approx. 4680 m away)

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