Heiligenkreuzkirche, Villach
Heiligenkreuzkirche, Villach, Roman Catholic parish church in Perau district, Villach, Austria
The Heiligenkreuzkirche features a cross-shaped floor plan with two three-story towers topped by onion domes and an octagonal central dome with cloister vaulting.
The construction of the church occurred between 1726 and 1744 under Hans Eder's plans and Andreas Sigl's supervision, replacing an earlier structure documented from 1203.
The interior contains frescoes from the 1960s by Fritz Fröhlich depicting apocalyptic themes, complemented by a monumental high altar with a Crucifixion group.
The church maintains regular services at 8:45 AM on Sundays and public holidays, with additional services on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the week.
According to local records, the church's location was chosen after a crucifix mysteriously emerged from a nearby wall, establishing Perau as a pilgrimage destination.
Location: Villach
Phone: 04242/24844
Email: villach-heiligenkreuz@kath-pfarre-kaernten.at
Website: https://kath-kirche-kaernten.at/villach-heiligenkreuz
GPS coordinates: 46.60910,13.85200
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:49
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