Basilika Absam, Gothic parish church in Absam, Austria

The Basilika Absam is a parish church with Gothic features in Absam, Tyrol, featuring stone vaulted ceilings, tall windows, and refined architectural details from the 15th century. The building displays typical qualities of religious architecture from this period in the region.

The original church was destroyed by Bavarian troops in 1413. Rebuilding as a three-nave late Gothic hall church began in 1420 under Hans Sewer of Hall in Tirol and was completed in 1440. The parish was moved to Hall in the 15th century, leaving St. Michael as a neglected filial church until a chaplain was appointed in 1653. A 1670 earthquake damaged the tower, rebuilt in 1677 with a dome replacing the pyramid roof.

The pilgrimage dates from 17 January 1797, when a woman's head said to be Mary's appeared on a farmhouse window pane; the image was carried into the church on 24 June 1797. Pilgrims come on 17 January, 24 June and the 17th of each month, and votive tablets in the church record answered prayers.

The main entrance is located at Dörferstraße 55a where the local Roman Catholic community regularly gathers for services. Visitors should keep in mind that access times and availability may vary depending on religious activities and events.

A portrait of the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared on a window pane in 1797, bringing the church special recognition. This event led to its status as Tyrol's first basilica not part of a monastery.