Herz-Jesu-Kirche

Graz, Austria

The Herz-Jesu-Kirche is the largest church in Graz. It was designed down to the last detail by architect Georg Hauberrisser and constructed from 1881 to 1887.

The church was designed in the Neogothic style, with a large, high nave and under-church. The tower is 109.6 meters tall, making it the third-highest church tower in Austria. Of special note are the stained glass windows, which are among the few extant examples in Austria of Neogothic stained glass.

References:

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Religious sites in Austria

Address

Nibelungengasse 30, Graz, Austria

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Details

Founded: 1881-1887
Category: Religious sites in Austria

More Information

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Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Harald Gschiel (13 months ago)
Candle light concert in Herz Jesu Kirche was a great experience, great location, amazing musicians, to be highly recommended!

Matija (2 years ago)
beautiful church, worth visiting

Fabian Jöbstl (2 years ago)
One of the most beautiful churches in town! In autumn they show iconic silent movies with life organ music

Macedonian Warriors (3 years ago)
such an unusual church construction, very specific by looking. Recommend to anyone to visit it

Sergey Ishkhanov (3 years ago)
Grand and stunning beautiful Church

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