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Margarethenkapelle (Margaret's Chapel) is a small, Gothic-style chapel in St Peter Cemetery in Altstadt the historic centre of Salzburg, Austria.

 

It is a small Gothic style chapel named after St Margaret on Antioch who was a Christian Martyr in the 4th Century. The chapel is known for its beautiful architecture and artwork including intricate frescoes and sculptures.

 

The chapel is believed to have been built in the 14th Century and is one of the few remaining examples of Gothic architecture in Salzburg. The chapel is decorated with frescoes depicting scenes from the life of St Margret, as well as sculptures of saints and other religious figures. The artwork is considered to be some of the finest examples of Gothic art in Austria.

 

One of the most notable features of Margarethenkapelle is the ornate altarpiece which is made of carved wood and is considered to be a masterpiece of Gothic art.

 

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Uploaded on July 15, 2025
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