Freising Cathedral, Romanesque cathedral in Freising, Germany.
Freising Cathedral is a church building that blends Romanesque foundations with Gothic details and Baroque ornamentation, visible both inside and out. The interior features decorated vaults and ornate stucco work, while two towers rise from the front facade.
A fire destroyed the original cathedral in 1159, after which the current building was constructed. The new structure was completed and consecrated in 1250.
The cathedral's interior decoration reflects the work of the Asam family, local artists whose frescoes and designs shaped how the space feels today. This artistic imprint is visible throughout the building and remains central to its character.
The building sits on Domberg Hill in the city center and is easily reached on foot. Keep in mind that opening hours vary by season, so checking ahead before your visit makes sense.
Below ground level sits the Bestiensäule, a 12th-century stone column carved with scenes of knights fighting dragon-like creatures. This piece ranks among medieval Europe's notable stone carvings.
Location: Freising
Inception: 1159
Architectural style: Romanesque art, Gothic architecture, Rococo
Made from material: rubble masonry
Website: http://freisinger-dom.de/index.php?id=22
GPS coordinates: 48.39893,11.74649
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
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Bavaria combines medieval castles, baroque churches, and natural areas into one region. Palaces sit in forests, old monasteries stand near rivers, and mountain lakes dot the Alps. Cities preserve their medieval buildings and streets while the landscape spreads across mountains, lakes, and hiking trails that follow historical routes. Visitors encounter places like Burghausen with its long fortress, the Wies Church with its ornate interior, and Herrenchiemsee Palace built on an island in the Chiemsee lake. Bamberg's old town shows half-timbered houses and waterways, while Regensburg holds one of Germany's largest medieval centers with stone buildings from centuries past. Nature lovers can explore the Königssee and Weißensee, walk through the Partnach Gorge, or take the cable car up Zugspitze. The region draws visitors to monasteries like Weltenburg and Ottobeuren, which display remarkable artwork and decoration, and to palaces such as Linderhof where King Ludwig II spent time. Nature paths like the Baumwipfelpfad Steigerwald or walks through Franconian Switzerland show the region's green character. Thermal baths in Erding offer warmth and relaxation, while villages like Oberammergau and Mittenwald display painted house fronts that catch the eye.
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