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Frauenkirche

Munich's cathedral, whose onion-domed twin towers define the city skyline.

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Time needed
30 minutes
Entry
Free
Best time
Morning
Area
Altstadt

The twin-domed cathedral, Munich's best-known landmark.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Frauenplatz 12, 80331 Munich

  • On foot: 3 minutes from Marienplatz.
  • Towers: The south tower can sometimes be climbed; check current access.
  • Dress code: Modest dress inside.

The story of the Frauenkirche

The Frauenkirche, the Cathedral of Our Dear Lady, was built in just 20 years between 1468 and 1488 in late Gothic brick. Its twin towers, nearly 99 metres high, are topped by green onion domes added in the 16th century.

To protect the skyline, buildings in the city centre are not allowed to be taller than the towers. Near the entrance, a dark mark in the floor is known in legend as the "Devil's Footprint".

Best time to visit

Best season

All year.

Best time of day

Morning.

Services

Visits pause during Mass.

Tips before you go

  • No building in the centre may be taller than its towers.
  • Find the "Devil's Footprint" near the entrance.
  • Photograph the towers from the tower of St. Peter's Church.

Best hotels near the Frauenkirche

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotel Bayerischer Hof

Grand hotel near the Frauenkirche.

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Mandarin Oriental, Munich

Rooftop pool with old-town views.

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Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski

Historic hotel on Maximilianstrasse.

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All hotels near the Frauenkirche

What's around the Frauenkirche

  • Marienplatz3 minutes away.
  • St. Michael's ChurchRenaissance church nearby.
  • ResidenzFormer royal palace.
  • OdeonsplatzSquare with the Theatine Church.

Questions travellers ask

Is the Frauenkirche free?

Yes.

How tall are the towers?

Nearly 99 metres.

What is the Devil's Footprint?

A legendary mark in the floor near the entrance.

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