Old Cathedral (Alter Dom)
The Old Cathedral in Linz is a unique example of classical Baroque architecture. It should be noted that this cathedral originated as a Jesuit church at the end of the seventeenth century. The presented cathedral has another name – the Cathedral of St. Ignatius. This cathedral is built in honor of the founder of the Jesuit order.
General Information
Everyone who is going to visit the Austrian city of Linz should definitely see this amazing cathedral. If we talk about the appearance of the Old Cathedral, it seems ordinary and rather modest at first sight. It is worth noting that it is the Old Cathedral in Linz that conquers with its rich interior decoration. For example, the hall is decorated with unique pink marble, tall columns with ornate decorations, and marble sculptures.
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It can be said that every detail of the construction of the Old Cathedral in Linz is astonishing and mesmerizing. It was begun in the seventeenth century by the architect Pietro Francesco Carlone. For about a hundred years, the Old Cathedral was the city’s active cathedral. For quite a long time it housed a college for Jesuit monks.
.Tourists
Many tourists visit this cathedral just to see the paintings of the great Italian A. Bellucci, the most famous of which is the painting “St. Aloysius”, which is placed above the altar. Also in the Old Cathedral has its own large organ, the amazing sound of which is recognized by music lovers from all over the world. For a long period of time the staff organist of the Old Cathedral was the famous Austrian composer Anton Bruckner.
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Today the Bruckner Organ Festival is held here every year. The cathedral is located near the main square of the city, easily recognizable by the green color of the facade, is open daily.
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Tours are only available in the morning and are free of charge.
.Address
Domgasse 3, 4020 Linz, Austria
.How to get there
Take streetcar 1, 2,3 or bus 26, 27 to the stop Taubenmarkt
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