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The statue of Saint John of Nepomuk in the town of Oberndorf near Salzburg, in the Flachgau region, is a significant religious monument deeply rooted in the history and spirituality of the area. Created in 1720 by the talented sculptor Josef Anton Pfaffinger from Laufen an der Salzach, the statue was commissioned by Prince-Archbishop Franz Anton Harrach. It depicts Saint John of Nepomuk, venerated as the patron saint of penitents and thus a central figure in the religious life of many believers. The construction of the Baroque Calvary Steps, overseen by the Salzburg Court Architects, was an expression of faith and connection with God. Originally, the statue was framed by two side staircases until the construction of the flood control dam in the 1930s, which altered the appearance of the area. The statue of Saint John of Nepomuk is located on the pilgrimage route to the Church of the Visitation of Our Lady in Maria.

The history of the bridge in Altach is a fascinating example of infrastructure development that creates crucial connections between communities. For centuries, this bridge was the only link between Oberndorf and Laufen, and also the only crossing over the Salzach River between Salzburg and Tittmoning. The bridge has weathered many floods, which repeatedly destroyed it. Between 1901 and 1903, a new bridge was finally built to meet the needs of the time. In 2006, the construction of the Europasteg bridge marked another step in continuing this historic bridge tradition. The modern footbridge, designed with a length of 131.20 meters, runs slightly offset from the old bridge, offering an interesting perspective on the region's history. At low water, the remains of the old wooden bridge piers are even visible, testifying to the bridge's long construction history and humanity's resilience in the face of natural forces. This new footbridge stands not only as an architectural masterpiece but also as a symbol of the connection and unity between the two banks and the communities they serve.

작고 평화로운 마을에, 공기 중에 전나무 가지와 갓 구운 빵 냄새가 나는 곳에, 고요한 밤 예배당이 서 있습니다. 한때 존경받는 성 니콜라 교회가 우뚝 솟아 있던 이곳에 신앙과 성찰의 새로운 장소가 만들어졌습니다. 관대한 기부금 덕분에 이 멋진 예배당은 12년간의 힘든 노력 끝에 1937년에 꽃을 피웠습니다. 예배당의 건축은 겸손과 내면의 평화를 상징하기 위해 의도적으로 단순하게 유지되었습니다. 매년 전 세계에서 방문객들이 이곳으로 몰려와 이 겸손한 장소에서 영혼의 순간을 선물합니다. 따뜻한 나무 색조와 평화로운 분위기를 지닌 고요한 밤 예배당은 잠시 멈추어 생각하도록 초대합니다. 소박하지만 감동적인 그 단순함이야말로 크리스마스의 정신을 느낄 수 있는 사랑스러운 장소이며, 마음을 감동시키는 마법의 손길입니다.

Every year during Advent, from December 8th to 24th, a special post office opens in the Bruckmannhaus in the Oberndorf Silent Night district, where Christmas mail can be sent. Special postmarks are also available for customers.

In a small, peaceful village, where the air is fragrant with pine branches and freshly baked bread, stands the Silent Night Chapel. Here, on the site where the venerable St. Nicholas Church once stood, a new place of faith and reflection was created. Thanks to generous donations, this wonderful chapel blossomed in 1937 after 12 years of hard work. The chapel's architecture is deliberately simple, a symbol of humility and inner peace. Every year, visitors from all over the world flock here to spend a moment of quiet reflection in this humble place. The Silent Night Chapel, with its warm wood tones and peaceful atmosphere, invites contemplation. It is precisely its simplicity, unpretentious yet so moving, that makes it a lovely place where the spirit of Christmas can be felt – a touch of magic that touches the heart.

View towards Salzburg

Maria Buhel

Salzach viewing platform