--- title: Christkindl Pilgrimage Church url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401891/christkindl-pilgrimage-church.html" description: "The church is the centre of the world-famous pilgrimage site Christkindl!" date: 2016-05-12 modified: 2026-03-11 --- # Christkindl Pilgrimage Church Christkindl Pilgrimage Church =============================== Steyr, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205962/370EC282B1EB9A08A2EBBF8354078BA3286FB8057FC0C4576A127D2A2F839037/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205963/B4F05D3D1DA137BCAC07ED87CF08AEE8BCC78BEA4BE06462897EA3A537A1DC91/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205964/CB058EBE06CF0C7336369FAF4F12FBDD6A8ADF54CCFF198EB66AD9A73CC2E947/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) Open copyright © Guenter Fatka Close copyright [ ![A magnificent church in winter with snow-covered trees and a blue sky. The architecture is elegant and ornate.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205962/370EC282B1EB9A08A2EBBF8354078BA3286FB8057FC0C4576A127D2A2F839037/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg "© Guenter Fatka") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205962/370EC282B1EB9A08A2EBBF8354078BA3286FB8057FC0C4576A127D2A2F839037/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) Open copyright © Gerhard Meidl Close copyright [ ![A beautiful building illuminated in the snow. Surrounded by snow-covered trees and a tranquil, wintry background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205963/B4F05D3D1DA137BCAC07ED87CF08AEE8BCC78BEA4BE06462897EA3A537A1DC91/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg "© Gerhard Meidl") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205963/B4F05D3D1DA137BCAC07ED87CF08AEE8BCC78BEA4BE06462897EA3A537A1DC91/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) Open copyright © Tourismusverband Steyr und die Nationalpark Region Close copyright [ ![An impressive church with a striking vault and a beautiful facade. The path to it is lined with lush greenery.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205964/CB058EBE06CF0C7336369FAF4F12FBDD6A8ADF54CCFF198EB66AD9A73CC2E947/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg "© Tourismusverband Steyr und die Nationalpark Region") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205964/CB058EBE06CF0C7336369FAF4F12FBDD6A8ADF54CCFF198EB66AD9A73CC2E947/wallfahrtskirche-christkindl.jpg) 1. 2. 3. Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Christkindlweg%2069%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Christkindlweg%2069%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.0383682&lon=14.3862257&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The church is the centre of the world-famous pilgrimage site Christkindl! The church was built in the early 18th century by Giovanni B. Carlone and Jakob Prandtauer and was consecrated in 1725 by the Bishop of Passau, Josef Dominik Count von Lamberg. The centerpiece is the ten-centimeter tall wax Jesus child in a small shrine. Registration for groups is absolutely necessary. Tip: Advent concerts in the pilgrimage church Christkindl with the Christkindl music association on December 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd, 2026 at 4 p.m. The History In 1695, the seriously ill tower-keeper and chapel master Ferdinand Sertl placed a small wax Jesus child in the hollow of a spruce tree. He visited this place several times a week to pray. When he was miraculously healed of his epilepsy, so many pilgrims came that the construction of a church became necessary. The name “Zum Christkindl unterm Himmel” emerged. The present church was begun in 1702 by Giovanni Battista Carlone and completed from 1708 by Jakob Prandtauer. The figure of grace, a standing Jesus child only 10 cm high, holding a cross and crown of thorns in its hands, is now located on the high altar in a small shrine, above the tabernacle shaped like a globe. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Christkindl Pilgrimage Church** Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 54622 ](tel:+43725254622) E-Mail [pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.at/steyr-christki…](http://www.dioezese-linz.at/steyr-christkindl "New window") http://www.dioezese-linz.at/steyr-christkindl --- **Contact person** Röm.-kath. Pfarrkirche Steyr-Christkindl Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 54622 ](tel:+43725254622) E-Mail [pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.at/steyr-christkindl](http://www.dioezese-linz.at/steyr-christkindl "New window") [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Throughout the year, the pilgrimage church can be visited from the outside, and access to the church is possible up to the barrier. **Advent 2026/2027 Opening hours of the church, nativity scenes, and the Christkindl shop:** **November 27 to December 23, 2026** Tue – Fri 1.00 p.m. – 4.30 p.m. In the morning: School classes by appointment at the parish office Sat + Sun + holidays 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. **December 24, 2026** 10.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. **December 25, 2026** 1.00 p.m. – 4.30 p.m. Church open / nativity scenes closed **December 26, 2026 - December 27, 2026** 10.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. **December 29 + 30, 2026** 1.00 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. **December 31, 2026** 10.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. **January 1, 2027** 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. Church open / nativity scenes closed **January 2, 2027, January 3, 2027** 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. **January 5, 2027** 1.00 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. **January 6, 2027** 10.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. **Christkindl shop** Tue - Fri 1.00 p.m. – 4.30 p.m. (if possible) Sat + Sun + holidays 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. Closed on December 25, 2026 and January 1, 2027 All church tours, nativity scene exhibitions, and work in the Christkindl shop are done voluntarily. For all groups, registration at the parish office is absolutely necessary. Opening hours of the parish office: Tue – Fri 9.00 a.m. - 11.30 a.m. I Tel: 0043 7252 /54622 Email: pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at The parking spaces directly in front of the church and next to the nativity scene building are subject to charges (one hour free - each additional hour € 1,-), a free large parking lot is located in the immediate vicinity! The parking meter is in the parking lot across from the church. **Opening hours during the year** For groups of 10 or more, guided tours in the church and the nativity scene exhibition are possible throughout the year with prior registration at the parish office. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Parking fees**Parking spaces directly in front of the church are subject to a fee (one hour free—€1 for each additional hour)—a free large parking lot is located right nearby! [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**Nativity Scene Exhibition: Adults € 7.00 Children 6 - 14 years € 1.50 Teenagers 15 - 18 years € 2.50 Students/Seniors € 6.00 (with ID) Family Ticket € 12.00 (2 adults + up to 3 children) Small Family Ticket € 8.50 (1 adult + up to 3 children) Group Rate € 6.00 (from 10 people) School Classes € 1.50 / student Reservation Fee for nativity scenes and/or church for travel groups € 70.00 Church Tour Flat Rate per group € 70.00 [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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