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Perched on a hill overlooking Partenkirchen, this charming old pilgrimage church turned war memorial site is worth the walk (15 minutes up from Ludwigstrasse; 10 minutes back down) for its beautiful 18th-century frescoes by the renowned painter Johann Evangelist Holzer. The numerous memorial plaques combined with the peaceful mountainside location makes this a contemplative stop.
The original foundation for this church was laid all the way back in the 9th century, though the current building dates to 1280. It showcases Gothic wall paintings from throughout the centuries, including a 7-meter-high (21-foot-high), larger-than-life figure of St. Christopher from 1330 and a Passion of the Christ fresco dating to the 1400s. Starting at this old church, walk 10 minutes along pretty Frühlingstrasse and across Schneggensteg bridge to find the "new" 18th-century Parish Church of St. Martin ( Marienpl. 6); its spectacular interior is adorned with vibrant stuccowork by Joseph Schmutzer and rococo work by Matthäus Günther.
