Wallfahrtskirche Maria Grün, Pilgrimage church in Prater district, Vienna, Austria
Wallfahrtskirche Maria Grün is a pilgrimage church in Vienna's Leopoldstadt district with a central altar displaying religious scenes. It features a separate chapel and a field altar where outdoor services can be held.
The church originated in the 1860s when a teacher placed a Marian image on a tree, starting a pilgrimage tradition. The building was consecrated in 1924, formalizing worship at this location.
The church has served as a memorial site for people affected by AIDS since 2007, showing how the community gathers to remember. This role reflects the compassion that shapes how people use this space today.
The church is easy to reach in the Leopoldstadt district and holds regular religious services for visitors. The grounds are relatively flat and easy to walk through, making access convenient for most people.
The grounds contain a Passion Path with twelve stations created in 1935 that winds through a small wooded area. This quiet gravel path offers visitors a route for contemplation within the city.
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