Heilig-Kreuz-Kirche, Gothic church in Schaftlach, Bavaria, Germany
The Heilig-Kreuz-Kirche features a late Gothic cross-ribbed vault spanning the nave, with yellow-tinted ribs contrasting against white vaulting and side walls.
The church, first mentioned in 1315, was built between 1473 and 1476 by Tegernsee monastery master builder Alex Gugler and consecrated to the Holy Cross.
The church houses the Schaftlach Cross, one of Germany's oldest monumental crucifixes dating from 970, which underwent scientific examination in 2000 confirming its age.
The church maintains regular visiting hours, and guided tours focusing on the Ottonian cross from the 10th century can be arranged through the Schaftlach parish office.
Every year during the last Sunday of April, the Schaftlach Cross Ride takes place, where mounted pilgrims receive blessings with the church's cross relic.
Location: Waakirchen
Address: Alex-Gugler-Straße 35
GPS coordinates: 47.79025,11.68624
Latest update: March 9, 2025 10:10
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