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Pilgerkreuz am Veitscher Ölberg

St. Barbara im Mürztal

With a height of 40.7 m, the pilgrim cross is the largest accessible wooden cross in the world!

The highest accessible wooden cross in the world is located in St. Barbara im Mürztal - Veitsch: the pilgrim cross. It is located at the crossroads of the most important European long-distance hiking trails and is a sign of peace and understanding between peoples. The accessible interior of the cross is divided into 7 thematically differently designed chambers. Ideally located along the Mariazellerweg 06 and perfectly suited for an energizing linger in our hectic times.

In the summer months the buffet at the pilgrim cross "Kreuzeck" is open, where drinks and food are served.

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The pilgrim cross is accessible year-round from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Entry € 3,- to go inside the cross (Attention: Only coin toss is possible!)

Contact

Sabine Baumann
Klein Veitsch Straße 9
8663 St. Barbara im Mürztal - Veitsch

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What the weather will be like St. Barbara im Mürztal (588m)

Today, 31.07.2026

Dry and bright with plenty of sunshine, clouds will be rare.
Morning
very sunny
22°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h
Noon
very sunny
34°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 15%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
sunny
28°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 30%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Tomorrow, 01.08.2026

Possibly sunny spells in the early morning, later heavy clouds with frequent thunderstorms.
Morning
very sunny
21°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 0%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
rainy
30°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 50%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
rainy
24°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 65%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h

Forecast

02.08.2026
very sunny
18°C 30°C
03.08.2026
very sunny
16°C 34°C
04.08.2026
very sunny
16°C 35°C