The Kreuzbichlkapelle in Gmuend in Kaernten is known as the Split Church for the dramatic vertical crack that runs through its entire height, caused by geological fault movement beneath the building. Free entry. Gmuend is accessible by bus from Spittal an der Drau and is one of the best-preserved medieval walled towns in Carinthia. Combine with a walk through the old town and a visit to the small Porsche Museum for a full Gmuend half-day.
chapel in Gmuend in Kaernten
Kreuzbichlkapelle
The Kreuzbichlkapelle in Gmuend in Kaernten is also known as the Split Church (Gespaltene Kirche), taking its informal name from a dramatic vertical crack running through the building from roof to foundation.
- Type
- chapel
- Destination
- Gmuend in Kaernten
- Cost
- Free to visit
- Address
- 9853 Gmuend in Kaernten
- Coordinates
- 46.9098, 13.5461
- Official website
- Visit website