Kath. Pfarrkirche hl. Maximilian Bischofshofen, Parish church in Bischofshofen, Austria
The Church of Saint Maximilian is a Romanesque parish church with a distinctive cross-shaped layout and a central tower at the intersection of the nave and transept. It houses a modern organ with 22 registers across two manuals and pedals.
Archaeological excavations in 1953 revealed foundations of an earlier monastery church dating to the 8th or 11th century. This discovery shows that this site served as a religious center from very early times.
The main altar displays figures of Emperor Henry and his wife Saint Cunigunde, who shaped the spiritual identity of this region. These representations remain central to how local people understand their religious heritage.
The church welcomes visitors during regular service times and is easily accessible to the public. Those interested in viewing the interior and the organ should check when services take place or contact the parish office.
The north transept contains the tomb of Bishop Silvester Pflieger, the only elevated sepulcher of its type in a Salzburg church. This rare burial arrangement makes the site particularly notable for historians and those interested in religious traditions.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
