House Cathedral

The Dome Cathedral is one of the most important architectural and historical monuments of the city of Graz, as well as the federal state of Styria. It was erected in the classical Gothic style in the early XV century by the architect Hans Nisenberger. The temple has ancient engraved inscriptions that testify to the stages of construction. In May 1443, Emperor Frederick III visited Graz to take part in the consecration of the monastery. Until 1574, the Dome Cathedral acted as the city parish church. In 1615, a new beautiful sacristy was built here, which still fascinates tourists. In 1617-1667, four chapels were added to the temple, and in 1678 a crypt was erected under it, the central entrance to which was walled up in 1787.

In 1853-1854, unfortunately, the wonderful gallery that connected the cathedral with the castle of Graz was destroyed. After the Catholic Diocese of Graz-Shekac was established, the monastery became its main cathedral. In 1962-1963, the interior of the Dome Cathedral was reconstructed according to the plans of the famous architect Karl Raimund Lorenz.