Pfarrkirche St. Peter und Paul, Baroque church in Buxheim, Germany.
Pfarrkirche St. Peter und Paul is a baroque church with a three-axis interior supported by sturdy wall pillars and decorative pilasters that create rhythm throughout the space. The vaulted ceiling and carefully arranged structural elements work together to give the interior a sense of spaciousness and visual harmony.
Dominikus Zimmermann built the church in 1727 after the previous structure was demolished in 1725, with consecration following in 1729. The construction took place during the height of the Baroque period in Bavaria, shaping the village's character ever since.
The church functions as the spiritual center of the village and hosts religious celebrations that bring the community together. Handcrafted details throughout the space, such as the painted brotherhood staffs, reflect local traditions and devotion to craftsmanship.
Access to the church is straightforward, and visitors can explore the interior at their own pace. Taking a moment upon entry to adjust to the lighting and space helps you appreciate the details more fully as you walk through.
Inside the church are roughly 30 painted metal signs for brotherhood staffs, some dating from the 18th century and depicting New Testament scenes. These handcrafted objects represent an art form that has largely disappeared from modern churches.
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