Saint Augustine church

Saint Augustine Church is a baroque structure in Gries featuring ornately decorated vaulted ceilings and a cupola throughout its nave. The interior displays seven altarpieces adorned with painted frescoes that enhance the ornamental character of the space.

Construction of this church began in 1769 as a new home for Augustinian monks who needed to relocate from their previous monastery. The earlier monastery had been destroyed by flooding, prompting the establishment of this new building in Gries.

The church belongs to Muri-Gries Abbey and is maintained by Benedictine monks who carry on their daily religious life within its walls. Visitors sense a meditative quietness as they move through the sacred space.

The church sits at the intersection of Grieser Platz and Gries Square, making it easy to locate in the central area of the district. A former castle tower stands adjacent to the main building and functions as the bell tower today.

The bell tower contains one of the heaviest church bells in the region, notable for its size and material composition. Nearby, the abbey houses a specialized museum dedicated to historical nativity scenes and religious figures.

Location: Bolzano

Inception: 1769

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Part of: Muri-Gries Abbey

GPS coordinates: 46.50333,11.33481

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44