Military shrine of Innichen

The Military Shrine of Innichen is a memorial ground with grave markers and monuments arranged across carefully maintained grounds in the South Tyrol region. Various sections of the complex are connected by clearly defined walkways that guide visitors through different areas of remembrance.

The shrine was built in 1939 and holds the remains of soldiers from the Austro-Hungarian Army who died in World War I. It was designed as a memorial to honor these fallen soldiers from that earlier conflict.

The place serves as a gathering point where local communities express respect for the fallen through quiet reflection and care for the grounds. Visible signs like flowers left at graves and maintained pathways show how families keep their soldiers' memory alive.

Access to the grounds is possible year-round and marked paths guide you through different sections. Wear comfortable shoes since the terrain is uneven in places and can become slippery when wet.

Grave markers here bear inscriptions in multiple languages that record each soldier's name, rank, and date of death. This multilingual approach reflects the cultural diversity of the soldiers who rest here.

Location: Innichen

Inception: 1939

Architects: Giovanni Greppi

GPS coordinates: 46.73314,12.29155

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26