68 Meters High above the Capital of Culture

30.10.2008

At the end of November, a project will commence in Linz that intentionally puts forth a high-contrast counterpoint to hectic big-city life and does so high above the rooftops of Linz: the first occupant will move into the tower hermitage in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Each hermit will spend a week in the quarters set aside for his or her retreat in the Cathedral’s tower. Peace and quiet, concentration and reflection are the watchwords of this very special period of time. The space is outfitted with a small reference library. The hermit will be provided with three meals a day. Encounters with the hermit will be possible daily at about 12:15 PM at the midday prayer service in the Worship Chapel of St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Details are available online at www.linz09.at/turmeremit