Description of the attraction
The first church in Neustift appeared at the beginning of the 16th century. In 1516, it was consecrated in honor of St. George by Bishop Brixen. More than two centuries later, in 1772, it burned down and was no longer subject to restoration. But the locals were not upset, as the construction of a new church began four years earlier in the city, because the previous one was too small and could not accommodate all the believers. The impressive church in Neustift, adorned with an east tower, was built by the priest Franz de Paula Penz, one of Tyrol's most brilliant architects in the design of late Baroque churches.
In 1812, an independent parish was established in Neustift, and the church of St. George became a parish church. Outside, the church is decorated very simply and does not cause stormy admiration for its architecture, but its interior is striking in its beauty and sophistication. It is decorated with frescoes by famous masters of the past centuries: Josef Anton Zoller, Josef Haller, Josef Keller and Franz Altmutter. The walls were plastered in 1770-1775 by master Jacob Philippe Stanter. The church has seven altars, including two side altars decorated by Karl Henrisi. In 1993, a new organ was installed in the temple.
The parish church of St. George in Neustift is considered the second largest village church in Tyrol. In the local, rather large cemetery near the church, the co-founder of the Alpine Club Franz Senn is buried. In the church of St. George, concerts of sacred music are often held.
