Church of the Teutonic Order

Singerstraße 7a . (Open Map)
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Description

The seat of the Grand Masters of the Order

Church of Teutonic Order known as the Church of St. Elisabeth of Hungary is a Roman Catholic religious order formed in the late 12th century. It is near the Stephansdom. Originally a Gothic building it was remodeled in Baroque fashion. Walls are decorated with depictions of Teutonic Knights.

Church of Teutonic Order is a small church overshadowed by a big cathedral. The interior of the church is worth seeing especially the plaques adorning the side walls in commemoration of the Knights. This order was formed to help knights who had participated in the Crusades. More recently the Teutonic order functions as a charitable organization.