St. Preimskirche Bad Gastein, Catholic parish church in Bad Gastein, Austria
St. Preimskirche is a Catholic parish church in Bad Gastein featuring Neo-Gothic architecture with pointed arches, stepped buttresses, and decorative windows throughout its single-nave structure. The building includes a four-story tower with a spire and a two-story sacristy on the northeastern side.
Construction began in the 12th century across multiple phases, with the current building opening in 1876 under engineer Pieschel's supervision. This new structure replaced earlier versions and became a lasting landmark for the town.
Inside, artworks including an altar by Jakob Adlhart show how local craftspeople connected faith and skill across generations. These pieces remain part of what makes this place meaningful to those who gather here.
The church has been closed since March 2023 due to structural cracks in the masonry caused by ground movements from the nearby Graukogel slope. Check accessibility before visiting, as the interior remains off-limits while repairs and assessments continue.
The church sits in a geologically unstable area where the Graukogel slope causes ongoing ground movements, making the building particularly vulnerable. Most visitors overlook this geological challenge, which has become central to understanding its current condition and future.
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