Hochstätt: Church History and Chapels

Traces of Hochstätt’s church history date back to around 970: an entry mentions a church called “Hohsteten.” Two chapels add their own dedication histories to this historical perspective; the parish church of St. Vitus is located at a specific address in the village. This offers several ways to explore Hochstätt’s cultural history: an early church name, the commemoration of a person, and a religious dedication.

Church History with Two Dates

Around 970, an entry mentions a church called “Hohsteten.” In 1311, the village passed to the Benedictine monastery of Ebersberg. The early mention of a church and the later transfer of the village concern different aspects of history. For a cultural-historical perspective, it is worth keeping these connections distinct: one concerns a church, the other the transfer of the village to the monastery. The two dates are around 340 years apart.

Two Chapels, Different Dedications

The Raspn Chapel was built in memory of Balthasar Rieder. The dedication of the Schneider Chapel by the pond is different: it was probably built around 1900 by three sisters in honor of the Virgin Mary. Each story gives its chapel a distinct connection—one commemorates a person, while the other is a religious dedication to Mary. Anyone interested in the historical background of sacred sites will find two different points of connection here. If you would like to visit the church or one of the chapels, please check local access arrangements in advance.

St. Vitus in Hochstätt

The parish church of St. Vitus is located in Hochstätt at Innstraße 2, 83135 Schechen. The address provides a specific reference point if you wish to include the church in your travel plans. Together with the stories of the two chapels, the parish church adds another aspect to Hochstätt’s sacred heritage.

History, Events, and Nature in Schechen

The former castle in Schechen has a history of more than 400 years, serving as a noble residence, Hofmark, castle estate, farm, castle inn, and town hall. These different historical uses make the castle a distinct point of connection to Schechen’s history. This topic stands alongside Hochstätt’s church-related heritage and remains a separate local attraction.

Various events take place in Schechen throughout the year, including village festivals, St. Peter’s bonfires, theatrical performances, and flea markets. Event dates vary. If you would like to plan around a particular festival or performance, check the relevant date in advance.

Nature and outdoor activities offer further points of interest: local hiking trails are marked around Schechen. Hikes in the Inn floodplains near Schechen offer opportunities to observe wildlife and plant life. The castle’s history, events, and nature observation appeal to different interests and provide various starting points for planning the rest of your trip.

For the broader travel overview: Schechen.