Sights in St Wolfgang
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Wallfahrtskirche
St Wolfgang’s impressive Wallfahrtskirche was built in the 14th and 15th centuries and is virtually a spectacular gallery of religious art, with several altars (from Gothic to baroque), an extravagant pulpit, a fine organ and countless statues and paintings. The most impressive piece is the winged high altar, created by celebrated religious artist Michael Pacher between 1471 and 1481 – it’s a perfect example of the German Gothic style, enhanced with the technical achievements of Renaissance Italy. The luminous colours of the paintings on the wings are as fascinating as the gilded figures in the centre, and the detail is startling, right down to the notes of music played…
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