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The Franciscan Church (German: Franziskanerkirche) is one of the oldest churches in Salzburg, Austria. The church is located at the intersection of Franziskanergasse and Sigmund-Haffner-Gasse opposite the Franciscan Friary in the Altstadt section of the city. The first church on this site was erected in the eighth century. Between 1408 and 1450, a Gothic choir replaced the Romanesque choir. A slender Gothic tower was added between 1468 and 1498. The church was dedicated to the Virgin Mary and served as the parish church until 1635. It was ceded to the Franciscan Order in 1642. Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach redesigned the church interior in the baroque style in the eighteenth century.
The first church on this site was built in the eighth century during the time of Saint Virgil, who may have used it for baptisms. A document from 1139 mentions a parish church on this site. That church was destroyed by fire in 1167, together with five other churches, including the Dom. In the early thirteenth century (starting in 1208), the central nave of the church was built in the late-Romanesque style, making it among the oldest buildings in Salzburg. It was consecrated in 1221.
My favorite church in Salzburg. If you're in town for Christmas, the Christmas Eve Mass was beautiful and much less crowded than in the Dom. I like this church because it's one of Salzburg's oldest and has much less of the overly-gilded baroque style than most. I also at some point saw some concerts here, and the music sounded very unique in the setting.
Jill KramerSep 13, 2017
Wonderful church interior. Romanesque nave to Gothic quire. Barque artistry prevalent.
Andrew EverardSep 21, 2017
Beautiful church, very serene and peaceful inside.
Josh StanleyDec 17, 2017
One of the few Catholic churches of Salzburg. Magnificent
Alexandros LouziotisAug 26, 2017
Now THIS church is really special. I've gotta admit I am not a huge fan of Baroque (it's just too much for me), but the way this one is decorated and those funny little details you can find... yeah, it sort of convinced me Baroque wasn't that bad afterall.
L. IldikóAug 23, 2016
One of the Best places to visit in Salzburg, Austria. The best example of old and beautiful churches.....
rajat choudharyApr 22, 2018
Beautiful place, the entrance is free, unlike Salzburg Cathedral
Дарина ОстровкаApr 10, 2018
There was a special exhibition when I was there. "Of all the people in the world". I loved it.
Annie YimJun 13, 2018
Very old, charming atmosphere, nice liturgy.
Ivan BokJul 10, 2018
My favorite church in Salzburg. If you're in town for Christmas, the Christmas Eve Mass was beautiful and much less crowded than in the Dom. I like this church because it's one of Salzburg's oldest and has much less of the overly-gilded baroque style than most. I also at some point saw some concerts here, and the music sounded very unique in the setting.
Jill KramerSep 13, 2017
Wonderful church interior. Romanesque nave to Gothic quire. Barque artistry prevalent.
Andrew EverardSep 21, 2017
Beautiful church, very serene and peaceful inside.
Josh StanleyDec 17, 2017
One of the few Catholic churches of Salzburg. Magnificent
Alexandros LouziotisAug 26, 2017
Now THIS church is really special. I've gotta admit I am not a huge fan of Baroque (it's just too much for me), but the way this one is decorated and those funny little details you can find... yeah, it sort of convinced me Baroque wasn't that bad afterall.
L. IldikóAug 23, 2016
One of the Best places to visit in Salzburg, Austria. The best example of old and beautiful churches.....
rajat choudharyApr 22, 2018
Beautiful place, the entrance is free, unlike Salzburg Cathedral
Дарина ОстровкаApr 10, 2018
There was a special exhibition when I was there. "Of all the people in the world". I loved it.
Annie YimJun 13, 2018
Very old, charming atmosphere, nice liturgy.
Ivan BokJul 10, 2018
My favorite church in Salzburg. If you're in town for Christmas, the Christmas Eve Mass was beautiful and much less crowded than in the Dom. I like this church because it's one of Salzburg's oldest and has much less of the overly-gilded baroque style than most. I also at some point saw some concerts here, and the music sounded very unique in the setting.
Jill KramerSep 13, 2017
Wonderful church interior. Romanesque nave to Gothic quire. Barque artistry prevalent.
Andrew EverardSep 21, 2017
Beautiful church, very serene and peaceful inside.
Josh StanleyDec 17, 2017
One of the few Catholic churches of Salzburg. Magnificent
Alexandros LouziotisAug 26, 2017
Now THIS church is really special. I've gotta admit I am not a huge fan of Baroque (it's just too much for me), but the way this one is decorated and those funny little details you can find... yeah, it sort of convinced me Baroque wasn't that bad afterall.
L. IldikóAug 23, 2016
One of the Best places to visit in Salzburg, Austria. The best example of old and beautiful churches.....
rajat choudharyApr 22, 2018
Beautiful place, the entrance is free, unlike Salzburg Cathedral
Дарина ОстровкаApr 10, 2018
There was a special exhibition when I was there. "Of all the people in the world". I loved it.
Annie YimJun 13, 2018
Very old, charming atmosphere, nice liturgy.
Ivan BokJul 10, 2018
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