Pfarrkirche Braunau-Höft

The Pfarrkirche Braunau-Höft is a Roman Catholic parish church in Höft, part of Braunau am Inn in Upper Austria. Its dedication is to Mary, Queen of Peace. Since 2023 it has belonged to the larger parish of Braunau within the Diocese of Linz. The building enjoys protection as a listed monument.

The church began in a wooden barracks after the Second World War, when the site housed a refugee camp. As congregations grew, local people and even Pope Pius XII contributed funds and labour. Architects Anton Danna and Hans Foschum designed the present church, completed in 1950. A later expansion in 1985 added a four-bell tower and a parish hall, turning the whole area into a welcoming space for worship and meetings.

Inside, visitors find a statue of Pope Pius XII’s namesake, St Eugen, donated by the former pope. The church’s simple lines and warm materials create a calm atmosphere. Outside, the tower rises above the surrounding buildings, marking the skyline of Höft. The complex now serves as a centre for prayer, community events and quiet reflection.