Frauenkirche, Munich

Frauenkirche, Munich (Cathedral of Our Lady) is a late Gothic church in Munich’s city centre, completed in the late 15th century and serving as the seat of the archbishop. Its twin towers topped by distinctive domes form a dominant feature of Munich’s skyline.

The interior contains Gothic vaulting and a largely unified late-medieval design with later additions and restorations following wartime damage. The church functions as the central Roman Catholic cathedral for the city and hosts religious services, official events, and occasional public ceremonies.

Construction took place in the 15th century under local master builders and the church has been modified and restored over the centuries, including major postwar reconstruction. The Frauenkirche stands close to Marienplatz and other central Munich landmarks, making it highly accessible for visitors.

The cathedral is located in Munich’s old town, within short walking distance of Marienplatz and other central civic and cultural sites.

• Twin towers: Characteristic twin towers with onion-shaped domes make the church silhouette a prominent Munich landmark visible across the city.
• Cathedral status: Built in the late 15th century, the building serves as the cathedral (seat of the Archbishop) for Munich and Freising.