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Sonntagberg Basilica
Amstetten and surrounding
Architecture,  Culture, Traditions, Folklore
Architecture, 
Culture, Traditions, Folklore

There is an incomparable beauty of the Sontangsberg Basilica, made in the Baroque style in the lower district of Austria. Its location, at an altitude of 704 meters, is exceptional. The top offers a wonderful view of almost the entire Mostviertel (South-Western part of Lower Austria). The Basilica itself has a beautiful exterior. Its walls are decorated with stucco, stained glass windows are installed, and the domes are completed with gilded spires. Travelers passing through the valley can admire the Church from afar. Sonntagberg is a destination of pilgrimage, a place with a history.

Sonntagberg Basilica attracted pilgrims, lovers of culture and thousands of tourists every year. From the height of the Basilica, you can see the natural beauty of the entire neighborhood, which fascinates and does not leave anyone indifferent who has ever been here. The pilgrimage church was built over the Mostviertel hills in 1732.

Have you heard of Church tours? Come and discover the divine art.
If you sit down and look up under the dome, you will discover truly works of art. such famous masters as Daniel Grana, who decorated the ceiling with amazing frescoes of the Holy Trinity, the altar-the creation of Melchior Hefele, the sculptures of the altar-the brainchild of Melchior Hefele worked on the interior of the picturesque Basilica. The organ installed in Sonntagberg Basilica is one of the oldest organs in Austria, made in the late Baroque style. The dome of the Church is supported by twelve Corinthian marble columns. And the entire interior is decorated with statuettes and candlesticks, symbols and reliefs that were borrowed from the old and new testaments.

But this trip is not only for lovers of historical and architectural monuments. It is also possible to do an active recreation. On sunny days, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the river and mountains. If you want to enjoy the beautiful nature, you can walk through the panoramic mountain area or ride a Bicycle with a breeze or take a comfortable ride by car. As you wish!

Sonntagberg Basilica - closer to the sky!

Address: Sonntagberg 1, 3332 Sonntagberg

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