Eisenstadt Cathedral, Roman Catholic cathedral in Eisenstadt, Austria.
Eisenstadt Cathedral is a church building with Gothic architecture made of brick, standing on elevated ground between Pfarrgasse and Rochusgasse streets. The interior is shaped by colored glass windows that bring light and color into the space.
The building is first mentioned as a chapel in 1264 before being rebuilt in 1460 as a fortified church under town captain Johann Siebenhirter. This reconstruction was a response to military threats of the time.
The large altarpiece from 1777 shows The Transfiguration of St Martin and was created by Stefan Dorffmeister in baroque style. This work shapes the interior of the cathedral today and speaks to artistic traditions rooted in the region.
The cathedral is the center of the annual Haydn Festival and hosts regular concert performances during this time. Visitors can expect regular religious services, guided tours, and easily accessible entrances.
The organ was built in 1778 according to specifications by composer Joseph Haydn, who worked at the nearby Esterhazy Palace. This instrument links the place's history with one of the great musicians of his time.
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