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Mariazell is a small Alpine town in Styria and one of the most well-known pilgrimage destinations in Austria. Its centre is dominated by a basilica featuring the Chapel of Grace and treasury rooms, while a gondola from the town leads up to the Bürgeralpe, where visitors will find viewpoints and family attractions such as Holzknechtland and Biberwasser. The surrounding area is ideal for day trips to Erlaufsee lake, Gemeindealpe, and Hubertussee. Mariazell is also known for its traditions of gingerbread and herbal liqueurs, so alongside its religious and cultural heritage, it offers a strong gastronomic and family-friendly appeal.
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A pilgrim souvenir baked locally; the Pirker gingerbread bakery is the principal producer and opens its production to visitors. It is sold both as a decorated gingerbread and as a cake coated in chocolate.
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