--- title: Pfarrkirche Pfarrkirchen url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/402225/pfarrkirche-pfarrkirchen.html" description: "The parish of Pfarrkirchen is one of the \"original parishes\" in the country. The church was first mentioned in documents in the 13th century.The Loreto Chapel by Master Jacob Auer from 1694 depicts the house of Mary of Nazareth." date: 2022-02-01 modified: 2026-03-06 --- # Pfarrkirche Pfarrkirchen Pfarrkirche Pfarrkirchen ========================== Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206444/97288DBB88EE2B22112C5086131B61B6300C4F9148431FADC0DC22C21AF894EC/pfarrkirche.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206445/5C15A7B55EE1682AB0DB3B36810EC4C16AE1CD61D63CAE55409C98584EBE3D5C/pfarrkirche.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206446/A0944AE8504039E0610AFB933FD9EF0F2FFDC61D72899772FE79214F222CF5EC/barockpfarrkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © TV Pfarrkirchen Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A historic building with a striking church tower dominates the scenery. The building is constructed in a traditional style and is located on a hill from where a wide landscape with mountains can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206444/97288DBB88EE2B22112C5086131B61B6300C4F9148431FADC0DC22C21AF894EC/pfarrkirche.jpg "© TV Pfarrkirchen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206444/97288DBB88EE2B22112C5086131B61B6300C4F9148431FADC0DC22C21AF894EC/pfarrkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Pfarre Pfarrkirchen Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A church building with a high bell tower and roof made of red brick. The building has simple, traditional architecture and is surrounded by a wall. Green trees and shrubs surround the church.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206445/5C15A7B55EE1682AB0DB3B36810EC4C16AE1CD61D63CAE55409C98584EBE3D5C/pfarrkirche.jpg "© Pfarre Pfarrkirchen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206445/5C15A7B55EE1682AB0DB3B36810EC4C16AE1CD61D63CAE55409C98584EBE3D5C/pfarrkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Stantesjky Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A magnificent church with a richly decorated chancel. The altar is adorned with ornate golden decorations and carvings. Above the altar is a vaulted ceiling with colourful murals. The church is full of detailed ornamental elements that create a very opulent and sacred atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206446/A0944AE8504039E0610AFB933FD9EF0F2FFDC61D72899772FE79214F222CF5EC/barockpfarrkirche.jpg "© Stantesjky") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206446/A0944AE8504039E0610AFB933FD9EF0F2FFDC61D72899772FE79214F222CF5EC/barockpfarrkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Lindorfer Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A magnificent interior with lavishly decorated, colourful walls and ceiling paintings. The large windows, light fittings and decorative elements such as cornices and stucco decorations are striking and lend the room an elegant, almost solemn character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206447/CE6D77A36F70BCBA75D0B67D1322E0EE53A65B4E9D3A45A3942ADA2624B1EB7D/pfarrkirche.jpg "© Lindorfer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206447/CE6D77A36F70BCBA75D0B67D1322E0EE53A65B4E9D3A45A3942ADA2624B1EB7D/pfarrkirche.jpg) © Open copyright © Lindorfer Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A picturesque traditional building with an eye-catching roof tower, surrounded by a well-tended garden with colourful flowers. The building is of timber construction and has a dark-painted façade, the colour of which contrasts with the light-coloured walls of other buildings in the vicinity.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206449/C1B2D4DA93B7B63C115A047B3B6DA68365B8ADC1523A38F3A22447023BFCB2BA/loretokapelle.jpg "© Lindorfer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206449/C1B2D4DA93B7B63C115A047B3B6DA68365B8ADC1523A38F3A22447023BFCB2BA/loretokapelle.jpg) © Open copyright © Stantesjky Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: an opulent church interior with colourful ceiling paintings. The walls are adorned with ornamental decorations and gold mouldings. In the round arched niches are religious depictions showing various scenes from the Holy Scriptures.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206448/3A8E9ABA428DA7A1F997336BB1076A142F99BA1244BAD125306A22F33E8B4D98/carlone-fresken-1698.jpg "© Stantesjky") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206448/3A8E9ABA428DA7A1F997336BB1076A142F99BA1244BAD125306A22F33E8B4D98/carlone-fresken-1698.jpg) © Open copyright © Stantesjky Close copyright [ ![Pfarrkirchen parish church and Loreto chapel in Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis: A magnificent, richly decorated religious site with colourful mosaics and golden decorations on the walls. In the centre is a decorated altar with an ensemble of figures, surrounded by flowers and candles. The overall atmosphere is warm and festive.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206450/E1317513AC494840BF1FB88521FC8DC590E119D6E50AD491134AA75A8F690535/loretokapelle.jpg "© Stantesjky") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206450/E1317513AC494840BF1FB88521FC8DC590E119D6E50AD491134AA75A8F690535/loretokapelle.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Pfarrkirchen 4141 Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Pfarrkirchen%20%2C%204141%20Pfarrkirchen%20im%20M%C3%BChlkreis "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Pfarrkirchen%20%2C%204141%20Pfarrkirchen%20im%20M%C3%BChlkreis "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.502888&lon=13.826042&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The parish of Pfarrkirchen is one of the "original parishes" in the country. The church was first mentioned in documents in the 13th century. The Loreto Chapel by Master Jacob Auer from 1694 depicts the house of Mary of Nazareth. Parish church: Due to its location, size and furnishings, the parish church was a visible sign of the rising power of the Passau diocese. The present church building dates back to the first half of the 13th century. This late Romanesque building was extended in the 15th century in the Gothic style. In 1697, the church was redesigned in the Baroque style by the Italian artists Giovanni Carlone and the plasterer Giovanni Batista Carlone. The furnishings were created exclusively by local masters in the period up to 1735. The rich frescoes were painted over over time and fell into oblivion. The frescoes were discovered and uncovered in 1992. Guided tours for groups by appointment only. Loreto Chapel: The Loreto Chapel is located next to the parish church. It was copied from the "Flying House" of Loreto in Italy. Even the holes in the beams and cracks in the wall were designed to match the original as closely as possible. The centerpiece of the Loreto Chapel is the black Madonna on the back wall. Apart from a few changes, the chapel has been preserved fairly faithfully. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Pfarrkirche Pfarrkirchen** Pfarrkirchen 4141 Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis Phone +43 7285 415Show no. E-Mail [pfarrkirchen@oberoesterreich.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfa…](http://www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/ "New window") http://www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/ --- **Contact person** Pfarre Pfarrkirchen Pfarrkirchen 13 4141 Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis Phone +43 7285 415Show no. E-Mail [pfarrkirchen@oberoesterreich.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/](http://www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/ "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Pfarre Pfarrkirchen AT-4141 Pfarrkirchen im Mühlkreis pfarrkirchen@oberoesterreich.at http://www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/ --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Open at daytime - opened daily - open to the public [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**800 m **Parking**- Parking space: 20 [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- **Service**- Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- - voluntary contribution **Payment methods** Cash payment [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for pushchairs - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Somewhat suitable for wheelchairs: Assistance is sometimes necessary. The measurements do not (fully) conform to the legally stipulated ÖNORM. **other information**- path width (min. 150 cm) - Escort required - Step-free and barrier-free entrance to the building [To the website](http://www.dioezese-linz.or.at/pfarren/pfarrkirchen/ "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [Suggest a change](#mailto) [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")