Religious site
Ordenskirche St. Georgen
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The Ordenskirche St. Georgen is a magnificent Baroque church located in the St. Georgen district of Bayreuth. Built between 1705 and 1711, it served as the church for the Order of the Seraphs, a knightly order founded by Margrave Christian Ernst. The church's exterior is characterized by its twin towers and a grand facade, while the interior dazzles with stucco work, frescoes, and a high altar featuring a painting of St. George slaying the dragon. The church also houses elaborate tombs of the margraves and their families. Visitors can admire the intricate pulpit, the organ, and the ornate ceiling frescoes that depict scenes from the life of St. George. The church is still active, hosting regular services and concerts. Its location in the quiet St. Georgen district offers a peaceful retreat from the city center.
Don't miss
- Baroque high altar with painting of St. George
- Elaborate stucco and frescoes on the ceiling
- Tombs of the margraves and their families
- Ornate pulpit and organ
- Peaceful churchyard with historic graves
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Ordenskirche St. Georgen
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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