Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra Church
Historic Augsburg basilica containing medieval relics and art
Augsburg's Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra combines Romanesque origins with Baroque reworking; visitors explore its crypt, altarpieces and role in the city's ecclesiastical history.
Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra at a Glance#
Address: Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany
How to Get to Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra#
In central Augsburg, reachable by regional trains to Augsburg Hauptbahnhof and then a short tram or bus ride into the old town. The basilica is a walkable distance from the city center.
Tips for Visiting Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra#
- Visit in the late afternoon when sun slants through high windows - it brings out the golds in the Baroque altarpieces.
- Do not miss the crypt and the chapter house; maps at the entrance rarely advertise them but they reveal earlier construction phases.
- Try to catch the organ recital-this basilica has a celebrated historic organ and the acoustics are impressive.
Best Time to Visit Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra#
Visit in summer for easier access to guided tours and in winter for atmospheric services and festive markets.
Weather & Climate near Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra#
Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (878 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 47 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 50 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Good | 0° - 9° | 1° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 6° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 90 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 18° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 63 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 6° | 1° | 65 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 3° | -3° | 58 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
