Kalvarienberg, Leoben

The Kalvarienberg Leoben stands on a hill 661 metres above sea level on the right bank of the Mur in the Göß district. It was once called Mayrkogel and is now protected as a listed monument. The site overlooks the town and the river, offering quiet views across the valley. The hilltop chapel and twelve stone stations were built between 1842 and 1845 by local clergy and noble patrons. Emperor Franz Joseph and Archduke Johann each gave money to support the work. In 1845 the Brucker provost consecrated the site before four thousand people. A small bell named Maria was installed the following year. Since 2008 volunteers have restored every cross without public funding. Visitors walk a paved path past the restored limestone crosses and reach the chapel at the summit. The chapel’s interior holds a simple altar and a plaque marking the benefactors. Stone steps lead between the stations, each marked with a cross and a relief of the Passion. The hilltop offers long views over Leoben and the Mur valley.