Kapuzinergruft is popular as the Imperial Crypt of the royal Habsburg family. The tranquil resting place of the royal family is situated in the Capuchin Church. Positioned on the Neuer Market in the center of the city, Kapuzinergruft features as one of the primary Vienna attractions.
Kapuzinergruft in Vienna was built on the recommendation of Empress Anna, wife of Emperor Matthias. The groundbreaking of the burial commenced on 8th September, 1622. In 1633, the mortal remains of the Empress was placed in the premises of the crypt church.
Kapuzinergruft of Vienna presently houses the relics, sarcophagi and coffins of 19 queens and empresses, 12 emperors and more than 100 archdukes that served the royal family. The dark vaults of the crypt are guarded by the Capuchin monks. The first room houses the remains of Empress Anna and her husband, Emperor Matthias. The last Austrian Empress to be buried in the crypt was Queen Zita who breathed her last in 1989 while in exile.
Kapuzinergruft at Vienna is also popular among the masses as the Kaisergruft. The dark crypt is not just the resting place of the Austrian nobility but also the preserver of the history of the country. Kapuzinergruft remains open for public viewing between 9:30 A.M and 4 P.M on all days of the week. The tourists may visit the place situated in the following address:
Kapuzinergruft
Tegetthoffstrasse 2,
Vienna,
1010
