St. Matthias

St. Matthias is a parish church in southern Munich distinguished by its contemporary architecture from the 1960s. The building features a circular rotunda, a tall bell tower, and extensive window surfaces that flood the interior with natural light.

Construction began in 1960 under architect Alexander von Branca and the church was inaugurated in 1965. It represents the wave of new religious buildings that reflected the neighborhood's postwar expansion.

The church serves as a gathering place for the local community and shows how religious spaces were reimagined after the war. Its modern design continues to define the character of the neighborhood today.

The church is located on Appenzeller Straße in the southern part of the city and is accessible by public transport. Visitors can find information about opening times and events on the parish website.

The interior is illuminated in an unusual way by large skylights, making the space feel open and airy. This generous use of light was rather unconventional for religious architecture of that era.

Location: Thalkirchen-Obersendling-Forstenried-Fürstenried-Solln

Location: Munich

Inception: 1960s

Architects: Alexander von Branca

Official opening: December 12, 1965

Architectural style: modern architecture

Address: Appenzeller Straße 2

Website: http://st-matthias-muenchen.de

GPS coordinates: 48.09040,11.48006

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:27