Karlskirche, A Baroque Gem with a Modern Twist

Monument of Christoph Willibald Gluck, Argentinierstraße, 1040 Vienna, Austria
Across from the Golden Hall in Vienna
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Introduction

St. Charles Church is located south of Karlsplatz in Vienna's first district. This Baroque building stands at a height of 72 meters and features a Romanesque-style dome that is particularly striking. The church was constructed in 1713 by order of Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI, during a time when the bubonic plague was devastating Europe. Charles VI promised to build a church if the plague was eradicated, and as the epidemic gradually subsided, the emperor honored his promise and commissioned the construction of this magnificent Baroque church.

Must-go rating

Must go
10%
Worth going
50%
Generally
40%

Transportation

20%
Bus transportation
30%
Subway/Train
50%
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Address
Monument of Christoph Willibald Gluck, Argentinierstraße, 1040 Vienna, Austria
Opening hours
Monday to Saturday 9:00-12:30, 13:00-18:00
Sunday and holidays 12:00-17:45.
Transportation
Subway: Take U1, U2, U4 to Karlsplatz stop, walk through Resselpark to reach.