--- title: "Mühlviertel's Cathedral" url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401055/muehlviertel-s-cathedral.html" description: "The \"Mühlviertel Cathedral\" in Niederkappel" date: 2015-07-24 modified: 2026-03-05 --- # Mühlviertel's Cathedral Mühlviertel's Cathedral ========================= Niederkappel, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204729/62CC0576D31FBD39CF2FBFBD12AAFBA77331E192A32ACA5FB7EA843B09811BAE/muehlviertler-dom.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204730/0CC96E8F694666D09E582FAEDE6801F84BE033CAE1FF101593453150950692E4/niederkappel-12.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204732/FBA3A9BC6A5189A2D7689A8433603DB3DEDC32ACB7963669A8FD1962CDE9C000/cimg0225.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: A large, yellow-painted church with a high bell tower and a clock on the façade. Steps lead up to the main entrance of the church and there is a small garden with trees. Overall, the picture shows a traditional, historic church building in a rural setting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204729/62CC0576D31FBD39CF2FBFBD12AAFBA77331E192A32ACA5FB7EA843B09811BAE/muehlviertler-dom.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204729/62CC0576D31FBD39CF2FBFBD12AAFBA77331E192A32ACA5FB7EA843B09811BAE/muehlviertler-dom.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: A church with towers, the façade of which is yellowish in colour. The church buildings are surrounded by trees and vehicles. The church tower has a pointed roof and a clock.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204730/0CC96E8F694666D09E582FAEDE6801F84BE033CAE1FF101593453150950692E4/niederkappel-12.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204730/0CC96E8F694666D09E582FAEDE6801F84BE033CAE1FF101593453150950692E4/niederkappel-12.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertler Dom in Niederkappel: A village with a church with a characteristic steeple and spire. There are several buildings with tiled roofs, surrounded by green spaces and trees. Mountains can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204732/FBA3A9BC6A5189A2D7689A8433603DB3DEDC32ACB7963669A8FD1962CDE9C000/cimg0225.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204732/FBA3A9BC6A5189A2D7689A8433603DB3DEDC32ACB7963669A8FD1962CDE9C000/cimg0225.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: an imposing sacred building with a magnificent interior. The church interior is adorned with colourful murals and elaborately decorated altars. A large chandelier hangs from the ceiling and illuminates the room with warm lighting. The rows of seats are furnished with carved wooden benches. Overall, the place conveys a solemn and reverent impression.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204731/229B79C30A3450C001EECA216B34E99310ADB8AEED6C91D471F1B1CE8F1CB6DB/kirche-innenraum.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204731/229B79C30A3450C001EECA216B34E99310ADB8AEED6C91D471F1B1CE8F1CB6DB/kirche-innenraum.jpg) © Open copyright © Lindorfer Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: a village settlement with houses, a church and buildings of different architecture, nestled in a hilly landscape with meadows and forests.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204733/27FCE7293EC35A2B668219C9DBA52E69027BAC13A00BFD0AA54DB31E1B85DE98/ortsbild-luftaufnahme-homepage.jpg "© Lindorfer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204733/27FCE7293EC35A2B668219C9DBA52E69027BAC13A00BFD0AA54DB31E1B85DE98/ortsbild-luftaufnahme-homepage.jpg) © Open copyright © Neissl Karl Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertler Dom in Niederkappel: A medieval village with a magnificent yellow church and traditional houses of various colours, surrounded by green trees and green spaces. In the centre of the village is a small square with parking spaces. The overall picture conveys an idyllic and peaceful impression of a historic settlement.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204734/024390F63837F52ABA5D17749766DDAF513C0C19AE6EC9C45D2FDFBA5CA74B6D/2019-07-15-537-niederkappel-muehlviertler-dom.jpg "© Neissl Karl") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204734/024390F63837F52ABA5D17749766DDAF513C0C19AE6EC9C45D2FDFBA5CA74B6D/2019-07-15-537-niederkappel-muehlviertler-dom.jpg) © Open copyright © 6 Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: a picturesque town with a church or castle, surrounded by forests and meadows. Mountains can be seen in the distance, characterising the landscape. The buildings and nature are colourful and lend the scene a peaceful, idyllic atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204735/DD30CEC8B937CC5547127A441892D4713CDC3342CD4DAA49461129A1F4485E42/niederkappel-richtung-waldkirchen.jpg "© 6") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204735/DD30CEC8B937CC5547127A441892D4713CDC3342CD4DAA49461129A1F4485E42/niederkappel-richtung-waldkirchen.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Niederkappel Close copyright [ ![Mühlviertel Cathedral in Niederkappel: A characteristic church with a tall bell tower, nestled in a wintry landscape. The church has a striking yellow façade, which contrasts with the snow-covered trees and the bright blue sky. A typical motif for a winter landscape in this region.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204728/78F93FC412A4FB5E60917B3F0BB70044770ED6FFA89C9F3613F429CF926F11DA/muehlviertler-dom.jpg "© Gemeinde Niederkappel") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204728/78F93FC412A4FB5E60917B3F0BB70044770ED6FFA89C9F3613F429CF926F11DA/muehlviertler-dom.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Hauptstraße 5 4133 Niederkappel [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Hauptstra%C3%9Fe%205%2C%204133%20Niederkappel "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Hauptstra%C3%9Fe%205%2C%204133%20Niederkappel "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.464912&lon=13.88169&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The "Mühlviertel Cathedral" in Niederkappel The Gothic church dating from 1404-1411 had finally become too small in the 19th century. Calls for a new church to be built grew louder and louder. The well-known and probably most important bishop of Linz, Bishop Rudigier, encouraged the establishment of a fund to enlarge the church, and the village judge and local poet Ignaz Donabaur made the first donation in 1858. The church was rebuilt between 1890 and 1895 and the plans for the "Mühlviertel Cathedral" were drawn up by Raimund Jeblinger, then master builder of the cathedral in Linz. The church was built at great sacrifice by the parish population. The parish and church patron saint is St. Andrew the Apostle. The church itself was consecrated in 1895, but the tower was not completed until 1907 and the organ was purchased in 1912. During a group tour, you will learn about the construction history of the Mühlviertel cathedral and at the same time gain an exciting insight into a time of great religious and social upheaval, which also left its mark on a small village. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Mühlviertel's Cathedral** Hauptstraße 5 4133 Niederkappel Phone +43 7286 8505Show no. E-Mail [pfarre.niederkappel@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.dioezese-linz.at/pfarre/4255](https://www.dioezese-linz.at/pfarre/4255 "New window") Web [www.niederkappel.at/muehlviertler\_d…](https://www.niederkappel.at/muehlviertler_dom_1 "New window") https://www.dioezese-linz.at/pfarre/4255 https://www.niederkappel.at/muehlviertler_dom_1 --- **Contact person** Pfarramt Niederkappel Hauptstraße 5 4133 Niederkappel Phone +43 7286 8505Show no. E-Mail [pfarre.niederkappel@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Guided tour: all year round by appointment on 07286/8555 - opened daily - open to the public [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Parking**- Bus parking space: 1 [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- **Service**- Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information****Package:** Bookable: All year round against advance reservation under 07286/8555 Duration: Approx. 20min Language: DE Group size: no limit Admission: free Guided tour: € 2.50 per person (advance booking required) **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Groups Duration of a guided tour: approx. 20 minutes Group size: no limit Entrance fee: - Guided tour: € 2.50 per person (pre-registration under 07286/8555) [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter **Other special suitabilities** The church invites all visitors to linger and pray! [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Suitable for wheelchairs: Not all of the legally stipulated ÖNORM are complied with. In principle, this object is suitable for wheelchairs and no assistance is necessary. [To the website](https://www.dioezese-linz.at/pfarre/4255 "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")