In Mittich, the parish church brings together Gothic architecture, sacred artworks, and a funerary monument that points to the history of the manors. There are also indications of a much earlier settlement and information boards about local history. If you choose a destination based on its historical themes, Mittich offers several specific points of interest for a culturally focused stay.

Parish Church: Structure and Furnishings

Mittich Parish Church was built toward the end of the 15th century. It is a single-nave Gothic building with a net vault and carved bosses. The late Gothic church in Mittich has ceiling frescoes dating from the 15th century. Together, these features offer several perspectives on the building’s design and interior: the single-nave layout, the vault with its bosses, and the ceiling frescoes. Those interested in church architecture will find a specific focus to consider when choosing a destination.

A 52-meter-high spire with four bells stands on the east side of the church, while a baptistery is attached to its west side. The two sides can be distinguished by their different architectural features: the tower dominates one side, while the chapel is attached to the other.

Gothic Panels and Local History

The two side altars feature Gothic panels: one depicts the Madonna and Child, and the other the Man of Sorrows. The parish church also houses the funerary monument of the Barons of Schönbrunn. From 1600 to 1842, the barons were the last owners of the Mattau and Mittich manors. The artworks therefore represent sacred themes, while the funerary monument connects to the ownership history of the manors.

According to the traditional account, Mittich’s history probably reaches far back before the church was built: Mittich is an ancient settled cultural area, with its origins thought to date back to the 2nd or 3rd millennium BC. This early dating remains uncertain. Newly designed information boards at Stefan-Lachhammer-Platz tell residents and visitors about the town’s history. Alongside the church’s architecture and artworks, they provide another local point of interest for exploring Mittich’s past.

A Building in the Surrounding Area

Near Weihmörting, between Neuhaus a.Inn and Mittich, a covered wooden bridge, newly built in 1853, crosses the Rott. It is nearby and is a historic structure in its own right, separate from Mittich’s church-related attractions. Here, the focus is on the wooden construction, the roof, and the river crossing; 1853 is the year the bridge was newly built.

Cycling Routes in the Wider Destination of Neuhaus a.Inn

For broader cycling plans, the wider destination of Neuhaus a.Inn offers additional route information. The Rottal Cycle Route runs for 87 km from Neuhaus am Inn to Neumarkt-St. Veit. Those arriving from Passau via the Inn Valley Cycle Route can connect in Neuhaus a.Inn to the Rottal cycling route. The Apple Cycling Route is a circular route that can be started in any town; Neuhaus a.Inn is an ideal starting point for a tour through the southern district of Passau. The difference is clear when choosing a route type: the Rottal Cycle Route connects two named endpoints over 87 km, while the Apple Cycling Route is a loop that can be started in any town.

View the wider travel overview: Neuhaus Am Inn.