Waldhausen has a clear cultural and historical focus in the branch church of St. Martin and the cemetery chapel. At St. Martin, the building phases range from the late medieval lower section of the tower to the nave and chancel built in 1950; the chapel probably dates from the second half of the 15th century and was remodelled in the Neo-Gothic style. Travellers wishing to focus on church architecture will find two distinct points of interest here.
St. Martin: Tower and Church Interior
The lower section of the branch church’s tower dates from the late Middle Ages. The upper section of the tower is Neo-Gothic and dates from the late 19th century; the nave and chancel were built in 1950 by Friedrich F. Haindl. The architectural terms help put this development in context: the lower section refers to the bottom part of the tower, and the upper section to its top, while the nave and chancel refer to the church interior. This makes it possible to distinguish the different periods in the same church building.
The Cemetery Chapel
The cemetery chapel stands beside St. Martin’s Church in Waldhausen. It probably dates from the second half of the 15th century and was remodelled in the Neo-Gothic style. Alongside the architectural elements of the branch church, it offers a distinct point of interest in Waldhausen’s church architecture. Its probable date of origin and Neo-Gothic remodelling give culturally minded travellers two aspects to consider when interpreting the chapel.
In the wider destination of Schnaitsee
The wider destination of Schnaitsee offers additional types of church architecture. The church tower in Schnaitsee, with its distinctive double onion dome, has long been a landmark of the village. The tower of St. Elisabeth’s Church is pointed, while St. Anna’s Church has a roof turret. The small subsidiary church of St. Elisabeth stands to the southwest, near the parish church, and was built in 1495 as a foundation of the Elisabeth Brotherhood. The architectural comparison in Schnaitsee thus encompasses different tower forms and the history of a church foundation.
Panoramic maps are displayed on the observation tower in Obernhof. When visibility is good, the Chiemsee basin to the south offers views of the Central Alps as far as the GroĂźglockner.
Cycling, hiking and swimming in the wider destination of Schnaitsee
The Schnaitsee circular cycle route is a signposted loop around Schnaitsee that can be ridden in either direction. It is about 37 km long. The route runs mainly along minor roads, which are mostly paved and partly gravel. Its direction, approximate distance and surface provide concrete details to help with planning. As surface conditions may change, it is worth checking the current trail conditions before setting off.
Hiking trails in Schnaitsee start at the town hall or the TV tower. You can therefore plan a hike from one of two specific starting points. For a different kind of outing, the lido at Weitsee in the wider destination of Schnaitsee has a spacious sunbathing lawn, jetties, a kiosk, play and sports areas, a diving tower, and a shallow bathing area for children. If you are planning a visit, check the latest seasonal information.
When looking for holiday apartments, you can first decide whether Waldhausen’s church architecture or activities in the wider destination of Schnaitsee matter more to you. Then tailor your search to your travel interests.
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