St. Emmeram, church building in Geisenfeld, Bavaria, Germany
St. Emmeram is a parish church in Geisenfeld, Bavaria, combining Roman and later Gothic and Baroque architectural elements. The building features rounded arches inside, side chapels, enlarged windows in the choir, and a south tower topped with a clock and lantern.
St. Emmeram was built around 1030 as part of a Benedictine monastery founded by the Ebersberg family. The church underwent major changes over centuries: a Gothic choir was added in the 14th century, Baroque decoration followed in the 18th century, and it was officially opened by a bishop in 1730 before the monastery closed in the early 1800s.
St. Emmeram is named after a saint venerated in the region and continues to serve as a community gathering place. Regular services and local celebrations here reflect the traditions that shape daily life in Geisenfeld.
The church is easily accessible from the town center of Geisenfeld and well situated for visitors. Check the website for current service schedules and the downloadable parish newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events and gatherings.
The interior contains Gothic ceiling paintings from 1516 depicting saints, angels and biblical scenes that decorate the walls with historical art. The main altar from the early 1900s was created by a Venetian painter and shows the Virgin Mary being taken up to heaven.
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