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Maria Taferl Basilica

Maria Taferl, Austria

History

A baroque pilgrimage church on a terrace high above the north bank of the Danube, with views to the Alps on clear days. Signed from the B3; parking below the church.

Nearest town
Maria Taferl, Austria
Category
History & culture
GPS
48.2268, 15.1597

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Campingplatz MelkCampsite
    12 km from Maria Taferl Basilica
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
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  • Donau Camping EmmersdorfCampsite
    13 km from Maria Taferl Basilica
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
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  • Wachau Camping SchönbühelCampsite
    16 km from Maria Taferl Basilica · 70 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Waldhausen Wohnmobil-StellplatzMotorhome stopover
    16 km from Maria Taferl Basilica · 6 pitches
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  • Aktiv Camp PurgstallCampsite
    19 km from Maria Taferl Basilica · 40 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Donau Camping GreinCampsite
    23 km from Maria Taferl Basilica · 51 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Maria Taferl Basilica?

Maria Taferl Basilica is in Maria Taferl, Austria, at GPS 48.2268, 15.1597. It is about 13 km from Melk.

Can you camp near Maria Taferl Basilica?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Campingplatz Marbach, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 14 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Maria Taferl Basilica?

Maria Taferl Basilica is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Danube through Upper Austria: Passau to Melk.

What is there to see near Maria Taferl Basilica?

Places worth a stop nearby: Melk Abbey (13 km), Dürnstein (32 km), Rappottenstein Castle (33 km) and Mauthausen Memorial (49 km).

When is the best time to visit Maria Taferl Basilica?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)