Mechanical nativity scene in the Christkindl parsonage Almost 300 figures carved from linden wood move through a biblical landscape rich in historical detail by means of a unique mechanism using bicycle chains, shafts and gear wheels. built by Karl Klauda (1855 - 1939)  Pöttmesser nativity scene in the Christkindl parsonage one of the world’s largest nativity scenes This oriental landscape nativity scene with a floor space of 58 m2 provides sufficient room to accommodate the 778 up to 30 cm high, superbly carved and dressed figures of the South Tyrolese Ferdinand Pöttmesser (1895 - 1977). The landscape mountain was added with loving care at a later date by Josef Seidl, a Steyr citizen.  Opening hours
26 Nov - 30 Dec 2010 | daily from 9 am - 5 pm 02 Jan - 06 Jan 2011 | daily from 10 am - 5 pm  Exceptions  Combined admission (Mechanical nativity scene and Pöttmesser nativity scene)
Groups can visit the nativity scenes all year round, booking is necessary  Reservation for groups as of 15 persons during the advent season only at the Parish office Christkindl, Christkindlweg 69, 4400 Steyr. Tel.: +43 (0) 7252/54622, Fax: -4, kanzlei@pfarre-christkindl.at in the time of:  Krippenverein Christkindl, Ferdinand JAKOB
Tel. +43 (0) 676/5963481 or +43 (0) 7252/50935 Pre-booked groups have preference. |
