Maria Brettfall, Pilgrimage church in Strass im Zillertal, Austria.
Maria Brettfall is a chapel on a rocky elevation in the forests near Strass im Zillertal, Austria. The sanctuary sits on raised ground and is accessed by a gravel path that winds through woodland.
The sanctuary began in 1536 as a hermitage founded by Father Stoff Weymoser. Over time it developed into the religious site visitors encounter today.
The path to the chapel features crosses that pilgrims visit as part of their spiritual journey through this remote location. This setup shapes how people experience the site and connects the sanctuary to local devotional practices.
The path to the chapel is clearly marked and leads through forest from the parking area in Strass. Sturdy footwear is advisable as the route crosses uneven ground and includes some elevation changes.
The site was reopened in 1787 after a hermit named Franz Margreiter traveled to Vienna to negotiate directly with Emperor Joseph II. This uncommon encounter between a remote hermit and the ruler shows how much the place mattered to local people.
Location: Strass im Zillertal
Inception: 1671
Address: Brettfall 38
GPS coordinates: 47.39340,11.81770
Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03
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