Old Cathedral (Ignatiuskirche)
Alter Dom
A Baroque Jesuit church where the composer Anton Bruckner served as organist for 12 years
The Old Cathedral was originally a Jesuit church, completed between 1669 and 1678. Its interior features an ornate Baroque altar and stucco decoration. From 1785 to 1909 it served as the cathedral of Linz. The composer Anton Bruckner was cathedral organist here from 1856 to 1868, and during that time he wrote several important sacred works. The church has a memorial plaque, and the organ he played has been preserved to this day. Entry is free. It is on the southeast side of the central square and a 2-minute walk away.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:30–18:30
Nearby sights
- Hauptplatz & Trinity Column
- Lentos Art Museum
- New Cathedral (Mariendom)
- Linz Castle
- Landstraße
- Ars Electronica Center
- Donaulände & Brucknerhaus
- St. Martin's Church