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Perchtoldsdorf Castle, Parish Church, and Watchtower

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Perchtoldsdorf Castle, Parish Church, and Watchtower

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Perchtoldsdorf Castle, Parish Church, and Watchtower

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Location: Perchtoldsdorf, Bezirk Mödling, Vienna Woods, Lower Austria, Austria

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1. Gießhübl Gravel Section – Sulzer Höhe loop from Wien Liesing

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2. View from Wienerberg – View of Vienna from Wienerberg loop from Altes Landgut

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3. View of the Vienna Woods – Sulzer Höhe loop from Perchtoldsdorf

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Klaus

February 7, 2021

Always very nice to look at; Depending on the season, the weather, the time and the light, the castle and the church appear different.

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Thomas

July 18, 2020

Very cool castle! I did not know it yet. I have to take a closer look. Maybe there are guided tours and / or events there

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Medbiker

July 19, 2020

A very atmospheric medieval-looking main square!

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Intertronic und Sonja 🎄🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

September 4, 2023

The castle and church of Perchtoldsdorf are two historical sights in the market town of Perchtoldsdorf in the Mödling district in Lower Austria. The castle is a tower castle that was built before the year 1000 to protect the Babenberg area from the Hungarians. The church was originally the castle chapel, which was elevated to a parish church in the 13th century. The castle and church form a mighty complex on the market square in Perchtoldsdorf, which offers a beautiful view over the Vienna Woods and the city of Vienna.
The castle and church of Perchtoldsdorf have a long and eventful history that is associated with many personalities and events. The castle was the ancestral home of the Lords of Perchtoldsdorf, who took part in important battles such as Dürnkrut and Jederspeigen. The castle was destroyed and rebuilt several times, including by Duke Frederick the Quarrelsome and the Turks. The castle was also owned by the Dukes of Austria, who used it as a hunting lodge. The church was expanded and redesigned several times, including Gothic frescoes, Baroque altars and a Rococo organ front. The church also houses the burial place of the Lords of Perchtoldsdorf, which is decorated with artistic gravestones.
Today, the castle and church of Perchtoldsdorf are not only cultural monuments, but also lively places for events, guided tours and church services. The castle offers various rooms and courtyards for conferences, congresses, celebrations, banquets, weddings and much more. The church is an active parish that regularly offers masses, devotions, concerts and other spiritual offerings.

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Stefan

June 3, 2020

Beautiful church with an old castle complex and defensive tower!

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Bert Schrimpl

August 29, 2021

The "castle" is in the main square. An ice cream parlor is not far away 😇

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Wolfgang STB

April 30, 2022

Beautiful city center that invites you to stroll.

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Roman Fotoradler 2016

May 30, 2023

impressive scenery, very nice old main square, very good and easy to reach, definitely worth a trip, good bike

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Intertronic und Sonja 🎄🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

July 24, 2023

These are two historical and cultural sights in the market town of Perchtoldsdorf in the Mödling district in Lower Austria.

Perchtoldsdorf Castle is a tower castle that was built before the year 1000 to protect the Babenberg area from the Hungarians. It was destroyed and rebuilt several times, most recently in the 17th century after the Second Turkish Siege. Today it is a venue for concerts, theater and exhibitions.
The Perchtoldsdorf parish church is a late Gothic hall church that stands in the eastern courtyard. It was originally consecrated as a castle chapel and became a parish church in 1217. It has a high Gothic, three-apsidial hall choir based on the model of St. Stephan in Vienna and a richly decorated west portal.
The two buildings are connected by a defensive tower, which is the landmark of Perchtoldsdorf. It is 60 meters high and has a cantilevered defensive platform with battlements. It was built in the 15th century and served as a viewing and signaling station
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If you want to know more, you can visit the following links:
Perchtoldsdorf Parish: The parish's official website with information about services, events and history.
Perchtoldsdorf Castle - Wikipedia: A detailed article about the history, architecture and use of the castle.
Perchtoldsdorf Parish Church - Wikipedia: A detailed article about the history, architecture and furnishings of the church.

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