Maria Lourdes, Parish church in Meidling, Austria
Maria Lourdes is a parish church in Meidling with three rectangular portals, a rose-shaped window, and a tower positioned beside the main nave. The interior displays copper artworks by Paul Ocsenasek and colorful concrete glass windows by Hubert Wilfan featuring liturgical designs.
The church was built between 1956 and 1958 by architect Robert Kramreiter to commemorate the centenary of the Marian apparition at Lourdes. It represents a period of religious construction in post-war Vienna.
The church serves the local Catholic community and also hosts services for Indian congregations. Inside, visitors can see modern artworks including copper pieces and colorful concrete glass windows that reflect the spiritual life of the place.
The church is located at Haschkagasse 5 and welcomes visitors during service times and posted opening hours. The location is easily accessible by public transport, and the interior is arranged for comfortable access for all guests.
The church hall is positioned perpendicular to the main axis, featuring a glass wall that illustrates the Litany of Loreto designed by Erhard Amadeus Dier. This unusual layout creates a surprising spatial impression upon entering the building.
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