300th anniversary

Famous things and secrets in Innsbruck Cathedral

The view from the west gallery. Visitors are not normally allowed in here. The choir and organist pull out all the stops for heavenly sounds.

(Bild: Birbaumer Christof)

One of Austria's most important places of worship is celebrating its anniversary. Innsbruck's St. Jakob Cathedral was consecrated 300 years ago as the city's parish church and has been a bishop's see for 60 years. Before the week of celebrations, the "Krone" was allowed to explore secret corners of the cathedral. 

It is a baroque jewel. It is the spiritual center and episcopal seat of the diocese of Innsbruck. It is a monumental landmark in the old town. It is a destination for many tourists and the scene of important Tyrolean festivities.