Orbis Dei

Diocese of Augsburg

Catholic places of interest in the Diocese of Augsburg, the largest in Germany

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Augsburg Cathedral (Augsburgur Dom)

Cathedral of the Diocese of Augsburg. St. Peter Canisius was appointed the "cathedral preacher" here in 1559.

2

Basilica of Sts. Ulrich and Afra

Site of the martyrdom of St. Afra and burial place of Sts. Afra, Ulrich (the first canonized saint) and Simpert (778-807).

3

Diocesan Museum of St. Afra

Museum of the Diocese of Augsburg, featuring vestments and other items owned by St. Ulrich. Also presents history of Sts. Afra and Simpert, also of the Diocese of Augsburg.

4

Former Residence of the Prince-Bishop of Augsburg

This building is on the site where the Diet of Augsburg in 1530 took place, where the Augsburg Confession was presented.