Veitsch Mount of Olives Pilgrims Cross
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Veitsch Mount of Olives Pilgrims Cross, (German: Pilgerkreuz am Veitscher Ölberg) is the world's largest pilgrims cross. 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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External links
- http://www.pilgerkreuz.at/
See also
- List of towers
47°34′58″N 15°29′24″E / 47.58278°N 15.49000°E / 47.58278; 15.49000
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