--- title: Nativity scenes in Christkindl url: "https://www.360alpenland.com/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018602/nativity-scenes-in-christkindl.html" description: "In the Christkindl parish office, two remarkable crib rarities are on display:" date: 2026-04-24 modified: 2026-04-24 --- # Nativity scenes in Christkindl Nativity scenes in Christkindl ================================ Steyr, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/217466/D1DCF5E771A5723F3ED4D60CF266A8A7A35204ED7912E125319B6F61452E86B1/mechanische-krippe.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/217467/717CDB595903318A156821E133D9AE0F461EDC1634A97746F9660FA0055F8DB5/krippen-in-christkindl.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/217468/F5F71C7FC190913E167B9B1C0F183EDD8250A494534320AD5E15B2BC317043AF/poettmesser-krippe.jpg) © Open copyright © ralfhochhauser.com Close copyright [ ![Nativity scenes in Christkindl in Steyr: The image shows a complex, detailed scene with many human figures, buildings, and landscape elements. 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Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Christkindlweg%2069%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Christkindlweg%2069%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.0381191&lon=14.387386&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) In the Christkindl parish office, two remarkable crib rarities are on display: **Mechanical Nativity Scene at the Christkindl Parish Court** In the mechanical nativity scene by Karl Klauda (1855 - 1939), nearly 300 figures carved from linden wood move through a detailed biblical landscape thanks to a unique mechanism. **Pöttmesser Nativity Scene at the Christkindl Parish Court** With 58 square meters and over 700 beautifully carved and dressed figures by South Tyrolean Ferdinand Pöttmesser (1895 – 1977), the Pöttmesser nativity scene is one of the largest nativity scenes in the world. The landscape was lovingly crafted later on by Josef Seidl from Steyr. **Tip!** Plan at least 1 hour for your visit to Christkindl (church/nativity/post office) during the pre-Christmas season! Also take advantage of the quieter time between Christmas and January 6th! **Advance registration is absolutely required for groups!** **Registration:** Roman Catholic Parish Church Steyr-Christkindl Christkindlweg 69, 4400 Steyr Tel. +43 7252 54622 during the following hours: Tue to Fri from 09:00 - 11:30 am Included Service: During the year, the pilgrimage church can be visited from the outside, and access to the church is possible up to the barrier. In the church tours, the nativity displays, and in the Christkindl shop, all work on a voluntary basis. Registration with the parish office is absolutely necessary for all groups. Opening hours of the parish office: Tue – Fri 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. | Tel: 0043 7252 /54622 Email: pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at **Opening hours during the year** For groups of 10 or more, guided tours in the church and in the nativity exhibition are possible throughout the year with prior registration at the parish office. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Nativity scenes in Christkindl** Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 54622 ](tel:+43725254622) E-Mail [pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterrei…](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018602/krippen-in-ch "New window") https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018602/krippen-in-ch --- **Contact person** Röm.-Kath. Pfarrkirche Steyr-Christkindl Christkindlweg 69 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 54622 ](tel:+43725254622) E-Mail [pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at](#mailto) Web [www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018602/krippen-in-ch](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018602/krippen-in-ch "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Throughout the year, the pilgrimage church can be visited from the outside, and access to the church is also possible up to the barrier. **Advent 2026/2027 Opening hours of the church, nativity scenes:** **November 27 to December 23, 2026** Tue – Fri 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mornings: School classes by appointment at the parish office Sat + Sun + Public Holiday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. **December 24, 2026** 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. **December 25, 2026** 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Church open / Nativity scenes closed **December 26, 2026 - December 27, 2026** 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. **December 29 + 30, 2026** 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. **December 31, 2026** 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. **January 1, 2027** 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Church open / Nativity scenes closed **January 2, 2027 + January 3, 2027** 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. **January 5, 2027** 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. **January 6, 2027** 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. **Advent 2026/2027 Opening hours Christkindl shop:** Tue - Fri 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (if possible) Sat + Sun + Public Holiday 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. December 24, 2026 open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. December 31, 2026 open from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. December 25, 2026 and January 1, 2027 are closed All church tours, nativity exhibitions, and in the Christkindl shop are run by volunteers. For all groups, registration at the parish office is absolutely essential. Opening hours of the parish office: Tue – Fri 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Tel: 0043 7252 / 54622 Email: pfarre.christkindl@dioezese-linz.at **Opening hours during the year** For groups of 10 or more, guided tours in the church and the nativity exhibition are possible throughout the year by prior appointment at the parish office. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Parking fees**Parking spaces directly in front of the church and at the crib building are subject to a charge (one hour free, each additional hour € 1.00). The parking machine is located at the parking lot opposite the pilgrimage church Christkindl. Free large parking lot in the immediate vicinity. [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**Nativity Scene Exhibition: Adults € 7.00 Children 6 - 14 years € 1.50 Teenagers 15 - 18 years € 2.50 Students/Seniors € 6.00 (with ID) Family ticket € 12.00 (2 adults + up to 3 children) Small family ticket € 8.50 (1 adult + up to 3 children) Group price € 6.00 (from 10 people) School classes € 1.50 / student Reservation fee for appointments with travel groups € 70.00 Church tour flat rate per group € 70.00 [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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