Wallfahrtskirche Maria Freienstein, Pilgrimage chapel in Sankt Peter-Freienstein, Austria
The Wallfahrtskirche Maria Freienstein stands on a narrow rocky plateau approximately 120 meters above the town of Sankt Peter-Freienstein, incorporating elements of a former fortress.
The chapel's construction began in 1648 after Jesuits obtained permission from the Archbishop of Salzburg to convert an ancient castle into a church, completing it in 1718.
The church holds regular Wallfahrermesse ceremonies and hosts the annual Freiensteiner Advent celebration, featuring musical performances and religious gatherings throughout the year.
Visitors can access the church via a bridge and explore its grounds, which spread across two rock plateaus surrounded by a ring wall.
The interior features altars and a pulpit in Jesuit style, characterized by black wood construction with golden ornaments and statues.
Location: Sankt Peter-Freienstein
Address: Freiensteinweg 7
GPS coordinates: 47.40178,15.03387
Latest update: March 7, 2025 10:38
Schloss Stibichhofen
3.2 km
Holy Trinity Church (Trofaiach)
3.2 km
Saint Peter Church
717 m
Nischen- /Kapellenbildstock
81 m
Flur-/Wegkapelle
3.5 km
Schloss Friedhofen (Sankt Peter-Freienstein)
741 m
Kreuzkapelle
76 m
Altes Rathaus Trofaiach
3.4 km
Wasserreservoir Donawitz
1.7 km
Fußgängerbrücke Gößbachau, Trofaiach
3.5 km
Bildstock Burgfriedenskreuz
2.9 km
Arbeiterwohnhaus des ehem. Jandl'schen Blechhammers
1.2 km
Franz-Jonas-Volksschule und Bodendenkmale
3.5 km
Bildstock
3.2 km
Schloss Mell, Trofaiach
3 km
Schloss Freienstein
949 m
Pfarrhof
3.5 km
Pulverturm und Werkshalle der Trofaiacher Pulverfabrik
3.5 km
Pulverkolonie und Alpinekolonie, Trofaiach
3.2 km
Kruzifix Roter Herrgott
3.1 km
Herrenhaus des ehem Jandl'schen Blechhammers
1.1 km
Ehem. Verwaltungsgebäude, sog. Steinhaus
432 m
Ehem. Kalkwerk
413 m
Prähistorische Siedlung am Kulm bei Trofaiach
1.6 km
Prähistorische Siedlung am Kulm bei Trofaiach
1.6 km
Wohnhaus
2.5 km
Pfarrhof
442 m
Ansitz Tollinghof
1.6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes