Pilgerkreuz am Veitscher Ölberg

Standing more than 40 metres high, the world’s largest wooden pilgrims’ cross appears to float in the skies above Styria. Your group can spot the cross on the horizon from far away. Towering above the pilgrimage route to Mariazell, it reaches high into the sky while remaining firmly rooted in Styrian soil.

Deep green forests shield this special place from the outside world, creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity.

The Pilgrims’ Cross is also featured in the Styrian crime film “Steirerkreuz”.

Information

Motorway exit: S6 St. Barbara im Mürztal/Mitterdorf, 35 km (6 km to the centre of Veitsch)
Opening hours: Mon–Sun 8.00 am – 7.00 pm
Opening season: open all year round
Recommended visiting time: with hike to the cross 1.5 to 2 hours (walking time: 45 minutes from the main square to the Pilgrims’ Cross)
Coach parking spaces: 2, fire brigade square near the church
Guided tours: available with advance booking
Gastronomy: yes, at the starting point of the hiking trail

Shuttle service:
An 8-seater shuttle bus can be booked in advance by telephone from the Veitsch fire brigade square from € 6.00 per person.
Siegis Taxi: Tel. +43 3855 2481 or +43 664 84 43 188

Prices 2026

Group admission: from € 2.00 per person (with euro coins)

Travel idea:
Guided hike to the Pilgrims’ Cross: from € 5.00 per person

A detailed description of the travel idea can be found in the following PDF:

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