church in Eisenstadt

Domkirche St. Martin

The Domkirche St. Martin (Cathedral of St. Martin) in Eisenstadt is Burgenland's cathedral, standing on the Domplatz since its original construction in 1264. The building was a parish church for most of its history; it received cathedral status when the Diocese of Eisenstadt was created in 1960.

The Domkirche St. Martin is Eisenstadt’s cathedral, originating from 1264 and elevated to cathedral status when the Diocese of Eisenstadt was created in 1960. It stands a few minutes’ walk from the Esterházy Palace, where Joseph Haydn served as Kapellmeister for nearly 30 years; Haydn worshipped here. Free entry; open most days. Combine with the Esterházy Palace, the Haydn Museum, and the Bergkirche (where Haydn’s heart is buried) for a full Eisenstadt day. Eisenstadt is about 50 km south of Vienna; direct bus from Meidling takes under an hour.

Type
church
Destination
Eisenstadt
Cost
Free to visit
Founded
1264
Era
Medieval
Address
Domplatz, 7000 Eisenstadt, 7000 Eisenstadt
Coordinates
47.8456, 16.5250