The Old Town Hall is a wonderful Romanesque building and has witnessed the changing Würzburg through many years. Its tower is its striking feature which makes the building hard to miss, especially when you are walking towards the Marktplatz from the Old Main Bridge. The red building houses an eclectic mix of cafes and restaurants and is also used as a meeting spot by many. The central location of the building makes it a host for private events as well, which are undertaken at the smaller meeting rooms that it houses.
Marienkapelle or the St Mary's Chapel is located at the Marktplatz and is one of the most striking structures of the city. The chapel which boats of Late Gothic architecture is worth a visit because of its detailed ornamentation. Its Southern entrance is marked with the figures of Adman and Eve, these were sculpted by Tilman Riemenschneider as early as the 14th Century. The chapel is also the resting place of many Franconian knights and Bathasar Neumann; the famous Baroque architect. If you wish to appreciate the phenomenal Bavarian architecture, a visit to Marienkapelle is a must.
Würzburg's Augustinerkirche is a thriving Catholic house of worship in the heart of the city. The Dominicans who inhabited Würzburg in the 13th Century laid down the imposing church building's foundation in the year 1266. Construction was completed in the year 1308 and it continues to serve as one of the finest specimen of Gothic architectural style of the region. In the 18th Century, Augustinerkirche was redesigned in arresting Baroque style, with the Gothic nave and some other medieval elements being completely pulverized. The edifice was heavily bombed during World War II, post which it was remodeled as per its earlier Baroque form. The ornate altarpiece and the striking main organ are two of its outstanding highlights.
University of Würzburg was established in the year 1582, the same year in which the university got its church, the imposing Neubaukirche. The magnificent Renaissance structure was built to the designs of Julius Echter. In the 18th Century, it underwent extensive remodeling, with its new interiors being funded by the Prince Bishop Philipp Greiffenclau. In 1945, it was heavily bombed during World War II. Today, it no longer remains an active house of faith but, serves as an elegant venue for conferences, concerts and other festive celebrations.
Established in 1151, the Kloster Bronnbach is an old Cistercian monastery. In the early 19th Century, secularization took place and the monastery was dissolved. Main-Tauber-Kreis acquired the monastery in 1986. The abbey church is particularly notable with magnificent architecture and impressive interiors. The high altar of the church is extraordinarily beautiful with a slew of wooden relics. The monastery complex is also home to an orangery which has exceptional fresco work. Today, the monastery is used for hosting musical concerts, conferences, and exhibitions. The Kongregation der Missionare von der Heiligen Familie is housed in the abbey since 2000.
Herrgottskirche is a Protestant church that dates back to 1389. The church is particularly known for its Marien altar; dedicated to Virgin Mary, the altar was designed by Tilman Riemenschneider. The altar features the Twelve Apostles and depicts the birth of Jesus among other Biblical references. Today, the church hosts several local events and exhibitions. Pre-booked guided tours of the church are available.