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Asamkirche Munich: Hidden Baroque Gem & Where to Stay
The Asamkirche on Sendlinger Straße is a small but overwhelming Baroque gem. Built in the 18th century by the Asam brothers as their private church, it dazzles with gilded stucco, frescoes and an extraordinary wealth of detail packed into a remarkably compact space. All the tips plus where to stay at PM Rooms – right here.
Asamkirche at a Glance
- Official name
- St. Johann Nepomuk
- Builders
- brothers Cosmas Damian & Egid Quirin Asam
- Style
- South German Late Baroque / Rococo
- Location
- Sendlinger Straße, Old Town
- Admission
- free (donations welcome)
- From PM Rooms
- U-Bahn to Sendlinger Tor, short walk
Baroque on the Smallest of Scales
Although the church is narrow, every centimetre is artfully designed: gold, marble, frescoes and dramatic lighting combine to create a unique total work of art. The Asam brothers originally built it for their own private use.
Getting There: From PM Rooms to the Asamkirche
From PM Rooms at Elsenheimerstraße 15 you can reach the Asamkirche comfortably by U-Bahn to Sendlinger Tor; from there it's just a few steps along Sendlinger Straße.
Where to Stay Nearby: Your Home Away from Home at PM Rooms
If you want to explore Munich, PM Rooms at Elsenheimerstraße 15 is the ideal base: centrally located in western Munich, quiet, and with excellent transport links to the city centre and all major sights.
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Tips for Your Visit
- Look for the details: take time to take in the countless fine decorative elements.
- Keep it quiet: it is an active place of worship.
- Combine your visit: pair it with a stroll along Sendlinger Straße.
- By U-Bahn: to Sendlinger Tor, then a short walk.
The Asamkirche is waiting for you. Book your room directly at PM Rooms now and discover Munich's Baroque hidden gem.