Veitsch Mount of Olives Pilgrims Cross
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The pilgrims cross
Veitsch Mount of Olives Pilgrims Cross, (German: Pilgerkreuz am Veitscher Ölberg) is the world's largest . It is situated near Veitsch in Austria. The cross was built in 2004; it is made of wood and is 40.6 m (133 ft) tall, with crossarms spanning 32.20 m (105.6 ft).
The cross is accessible for visitors.
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Night View
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- List of towers
Coordinates: 47°34′58″N 15°29′24″E / 47.58278°N 15.49000°E
Categories:
- Buildings and structures in Styria
- Tourist attractions in Styria
- Monumental crosses
- 2004 establishments in Austria
- Styria geography stubs