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Ludwigskirche

#74 of 413 things to do in Munich

#107 of 777 things to do in Bavaria

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  • Address
    • Ludwigstrasse 20 Maxvorstadt
  • Phone
    • tel, info: 089 288 334
  • Hours
    • 08:00-20:00

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Lonely Planet review for Ludwigskirche

The twin-towered Ludwigskirche, built by Friedrich von Gärtner between 1829 and 1844, is a sombre affair with a major showpiece: the Last Judgment fresco by the Nazarene painter Peter Cornelius in the choir. It's one of the largest in the world and an immodest - and thoroughly unsuccessful - attempt to outdo Michelangelo's version. Even King Ludwig I was none too impressed, which prompted Cornelius to beat a hasty retreat to Berlin.

 

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