Mausoleum des Ruprecht von Eggenberg

The stone mausoleum stands on Schlossberg hill, featuring Renaissance architecture with a central dome and decorative exterior elements from the 17th century.

Construction began after 1609 under architect Giovanni Pietro de Pomis and continued until the 1680s, following the death of military commander Ruprecht von Eggenberg.

The mausoleum represents the architectural preferences of Styrian nobility, combining Italian Renaissance design principles with local building traditions.

The exterior of the mausoleum remains accessible throughout the year, while interior guided tours require advance arrangements through the local administration office.

According to Ruprecht's testament, only male Catholic family members who achieved the rank of general could be interred in this mausoleum.

Location: Ehrenhausen an der Weinstraße

GPS coordinates: 46.72550,15.58655

Latest update: March 3, 2025 06:36