St. Blasius, Gothic church in Kaufbeuren, Germany.
St. Blasius is a three-aisled hall church set against the city wall with four octagonal pillars supporting ribbed vaults throughout. The interior contains frescos from the Gothic and Renaissance periods that cover the walls with painted images.
The building began as a chapel documented in records from 1319, constructed from tufa stone blocks. Archaeological discoveries point to its later use as a burial place for members of wealthy families.
The high altar displays three saints connected to the local trades of the region. These figures remain important to how the community understands its religious identity today.
The church sits along the city wall at Am Blasiusberg 11 and is easy to locate from the street. Its medieval layout remains unchanged, so visitors experience the original spatial design of the interior.
The church was positioned so city watchmen could pray from their posts at the fortress wall without leaving their guard duties. This practical design shows how the building was woven into the military life of the town.
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