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A place where faith, art, music and history come together.
The Church of St. Xavier in Leoben is an impressive baroque gem that combines history, art and spirituality in a unique way. As soon as they enter, visitors are fascinated by the harmonious architecture and the lovingly designed details inside.
Its origins date back to 1612, when the emperor initiated a Catholic reform. Education and a renewed liturgy became central goals that were implemented primarily by the Jesuit order.
The church was built between 1660 and 1665 by the Carlone family and financed by Christoph Janschitsch. It was created as a baroque work of art, as a so-called “Palais of God”.
In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Baroque all-season nativity scene developed, and music became an important part of the liturgy. Performances in the chancel made the church a lively place of faith.
Between 2004 and 2010, a new organ landscape was created that continues the musical tradition. Today, church services and cultural events take place regularly.
Its origins date back to 1612, when the emperor initiated a Catholic reform. Education and a renewed liturgy became central goals that were implemented primarily by the Jesuit order.
The church was built between 1660 and 1665 by the Carlone family and financed by Christoph Janschitsch. It was created as a baroque work of art, as a so-called “Palais of God”.
In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Baroque all-season nativity scene developed, and music became an important part of the liturgy. Performances in the chancel made the church a lively place of faith.
Between 2004 and 2010, a new organ landscape was created that continues the musical tradition. Today, church services and cultural events take place regularly.