Kalvarienbergkirche zum blutschwitzenden Heiland, Bruck

The Kalvarienbergkirche zum blutschwitzenden Heiland is a Baroque church on a southern hill in Bruck an der Mur with a rectangular layout, pilasters, and a distinctive bell tower topped with a pyramidal spire from the 19th century. The interior contains three bays with cross-ribbed vaults and rectangular windows that fill the space with light.

The church was built from 1718 to 1719 following a vow made during the plague epidemic of 1716 in Styria. It emerged as a response to that crisis and later became a local pilgrimage site.

The name comes from a local legend about the bleeding Christ that shaped this sanctuary's purpose. Visitors can see how the site's religious meaning is expressed through the arrangement of small chapels and the central crucifixion group.

The building has not held religious services since 1969 and requires extensive restoration work to prevent further deterioration. Visitors should be prepared for a partially deteriorated structure and navigate carefully around the site.

Beside the church stands a Calvary complex with a crucifixion group set on a masonry platform and several small accompanying chapels. These chapels now stand empty and unused but together form a historical ensemble with the main building.

Location: Bruck an der Mur

GPS coordinates: 47.40335,15.28234

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:20