--- title: Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/402003/pilgrimage-church-of-the-visitation-of-the-virgin-mary.html" description: "The beautiful parish church is Zell's most precious possession." date: 2016-05-12 modified: 2026-03-11 --- # Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary ======================================================== Zell am Pettenfirst, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206153/D09AA851F3EB18AB9F14EBB99082C8B41174576BB279DE3DBCDF5CE6F7F70925/wallfahrtskirche-mariae-heimsuchung.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206154/CF558DEBF83D311220D7877BAF74CC70ABEDD1F748DC8B769EDD0536FA8ECDBE/altar-der-wallfahrtskirche.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206155/1B71D68C3FC07C7727A574DCFDBA9A017AC67E96714B1F39A0EFB7F47C6BB867/detailbild-vom-altar.jpg) © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Hausruckwald Close copyright [ ![Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary in Zell am Pettenfirst: A historic building with a high, copper-decorated church tower surrounded by trees and green spaces. The building itself has a red tiled roof and a stone façade. Overall, the picture conveys a peaceful and traditional impression.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206153/D09AA851F3EB18AB9F14EBB99082C8B41174576BB279DE3DBCDF5CE6F7F70925/wallfahrtskirche-mariae-heimsuchung.jpg "© Tourismusverband Hausruckwald") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206153/D09AA851F3EB18AB9F14EBB99082C8B41174576BB279DE3DBCDF5CE6F7F70925/wallfahrtskirche-mariae-heimsuchung.jpg) © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Hausruckwald Close copyright [ ![Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary in Zell am Pettenfirst: This is an elaborately designed altar in a church. The central area houses a golden statue and is surrounded by richly decorated columns and figures. Large, coloured windows on the walls allow daylight to flood into the room. Red benches stand in front of the altar.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206154/CF558DEBF83D311220D7877BAF74CC70ABEDD1F748DC8B769EDD0536FA8ECDBE/altar-der-wallfahrtskirche.jpg "© Tourismusverband Hausruckwald") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206154/CF558DEBF83D311220D7877BAF74CC70ABEDD1F748DC8B769EDD0536FA8ECDBE/altar-der-wallfahrtskirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Hausruckwald Close copyright [ ![Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary in Zell am Pettenfirst: A richly decorated, golden altarpiece with figures of saints and a glowing sun symbol in the centre. The design is highly ornamental and decorated with numerous details.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206155/1B71D68C3FC07C7727A574DCFDBA9A017AC67E96714B1F39A0EFB7F47C6BB867/detailbild-vom-altar.jpg "© Tourismusverband Hausruckwald") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206155/1B71D68C3FC07C7727A574DCFDBA9A017AC67E96714B1F39A0EFB7F47C6BB867/detailbild-vom-altar.jpg) 1. 2. 3. Zell11/3 4842 Zell am Pettenfirst [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Zell11%2F3%2C%204842%20Zell%20am%20Pettenfirst "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Zell11%2F3%2C%204842%20Zell%20am%20Pettenfirst "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.0763787&lon=13.5993832&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The beautiful parish church is Zell's most precious possession. Zell was founded around 1300 as a tiny hermitage settlement. In the course of the 14th century (its foundation dates back to the year 1353) Zell became a well-known place of pilgrimage, especially its beautifully decorated chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Around 1500 (probably in 1497) the present church in Gothic style was built. The parish priest commissioned Veit Adam Vogl to create two outstanding side altars. Thomas Schwanthaler built the wonderful high altar in 1669, one of his most renowned pieces of art. In 1784 Zell became an independent parish. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Pilgrimage Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary** Zell11/3 4842 Zell am Pettenfirst Phone [ +43 7675 41352 ](tel:+43767541352) E-Mail [pfarre.zell.pettenfirst@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.at/zell-pettenfir…](https://www.dioezese-linz.at/zell-pettenfirst "New window") https://www.dioezese-linz.at/zell-pettenfirst --- **Contact person** Mr Franz Kaltenbrunner Zell 5 4842 Zell am Pettenfirst Phone [ +43 7675 2314 ](tel:+4376752314) E-Mail [pfarre.zell.pettenfirst@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.at/zell-pettenfirst](https://www.dioezese-linz.at/zell-pettenfirst "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ - opened daily - open to the public [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Food and drink available **Service**- Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- - Free entry - voluntary contribution [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (all ages) - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Somewhat suitable for wheelchairs: Assistance is sometimes necessary. 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