St. Stephan, Catholic parish church in Mindelheim, Germany
St. Stephan is a church in Mindelheim featuring a 65-meter-high tower with a spire, a nave measuring 32 meters, and a choir room extending 17 meters. The structure shapes the city's appearance and displays Gothic architectural characteristics throughout.
Construction of this Gothic church began in 1409 when Duke Ulrich von Teck and his wife Anna of Poland commissioned it within the city walls. This foundation established it as the town's central religious building, shaping Mindelheim to the present day.
The altar retable by Erwin Holzbaur depicts Saint Stephen's stoning and the Holy Trinity with a dove symbol. This artwork shapes the interior and tells stories that draw visitors' attention as they enter.
The church is easy to reach through Mindelheim's streets and welcomes visitors during open hours. Those wanting to see the interior artworks should allow time for an unhurried walk around the building.
A covered passageway directly links the church to the Holy Cross Monastery on its western side. This connection once facilitated close ties between monastic and parish life.
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