Frauenbergkirche Krems, Gothic church in Krems, Austria
The Frauenbergkirche is a Gothic church in Krems with a square tower topped by a domed roof hood. The nave is slightly wider than the tall tower structure that rises prominently above the surrounding roofline.
The church began as a Gothic hall church around 1380, with earliest written records appearing in 1401. Over the centuries, the building was updated several times and fitted with new liturgical elements.
The north wall displays remnants of medieval artwork showing the adoration of the Magi, while a baroque high altar by Joseph Maria Götz adorns the interior. This mix of Gothic structure and baroque decoration shows how the building evolved over time.
The church is reached by climbing a steep staircase that rises from the parish church of St. Nicholas on the eastern side. The climb requires some effort but provides better views of the surrounding area.
Until 1970, the church tower contained an apartment for a fire guard, complete with a fireplace and a balcony for watching over the city. This unusual use is little known today but shows the practical needs of earlier times.
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