Devotion in Maria Plain near Bergheim
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Devotion in Maria Plain near Bergheim
OVER THE CALVARY HILL TO THE PILGRIMAGE BASILICA
For those seeking tranquility and silence, a trip to Maria Plain is unparalleled in the Salzburg region. The hike up the 560-meter-high Plainberg starts at the Plainbrücke in the Itzling district. Stone Stations of the Cross from the Baroque period line the Way of the Cross up to the group of trees Maria Plain, designated as a natural monument. Here, on an open meadow, begins the Calvary Hill built in the 17th century. The gravel path leads over stairs past four chapels with life-sized depictions of the Passion of Christ to the crucifixion group. The Baroque minor basilica Maria Plain is one of the most visited pilgrimage churches in Central Europe. It houses valuable works by well-known artists such as Kremser Schmidt, Franz de Neve, Thomas Schwanthaler, and Christoph Lederwasch. The image of grace Maria Trost by an unknown painter attracted pilgrims due to answered prayers. The persistent rumor that Mozart composed his famous Coronation Mass for this place continues. It is still regularly performed here: every year the mass sounds on the fifth and sixth Sundays after Pentecost in Maria Plain. Entrance is free. Hearty food for pilgrims is available at the snack station or the Maria Plain guesthouse.
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easy
1h 25min
3.30 km
Family-friendly
Stroller-friendly
A to B
Bergheim
Seasons
Directions
The Maria Plain route is about six kilometers long. The start is at the Plainbrücke, from where it goes uphill through single-family housing estates and past farms to a fork in the road. To the right, follow the path in the direction of Maria Plain and reach the Passion Way after a few minutes. The return path descends towards Bergheim. Behind the village church and the Gmachl enjoyment village, the hike ends at the local train station.
Information & contact
Tourism Association Bergheim
Dorfstraße 16
5101 Bergheim
Tel.: +43 (0)662 454505
Image credit: Tourism Association Bergheim Herbert Podlipnik
By public transport
With trolleybus line 6 towards "Itzling West", you can comfortably reach the "Plainbrücke" stop. For the return journey, there are two options from Bergheim local station: the local train S1/S11 to the main station or bus line 21 to Salzburg city center.
Timetable information and download: Online at www.salzburg-verkehr.at or on your smartphone via the free Salzburg Verkehr app for Android and iOS.
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