Grazer Kalvarienberg, Religious architectural complex in Lend district, Graz, Austria
Grazer Kalvarienberg is a religious ensemble of twelve chapels in the western part of Graz, linked by a footpath that forms a pilgrimage route. The chapels are spread across a natural rock ridge called Austein and display building elements from several centuries.
The first crosses were set up in 1606, making this one of the earliest Calvary constructions in the Habsburg lands. In the following decades, more chapels were added one by one and the route was extended.
The sandstone figures inside the chapels show scenes from the Passion of Christ and are still clearly visible today. The wrought iron gates that close many of the chapels are handcrafted works that line the path as visitors walk through.
The whole site is accessible on foot only, and the paths follow the natural shape of the rock ridge. The ground is uneven in places and can be steep, so sturdy footwear is a good idea.
Although the route was designed as a pilgrimage path, many people from Graz use it today as a regular walking trail, especially on weekends. The chapels stand openly between everyday walkers and occasional worshippers, side by side.
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