The construction of the cathedral’s new organ has been without doubt the biggest engagement as to the shape of the building, since King Ludwig I of Bavaria commissioned the two spires to be added in the 19th century. On the other hand it hardly affects the architectural fabric, as there will be only 4 holes in the vaulted ceiling, each with a diameter of about 5in.

As the construction of the cathedral’s new organ is solely funded by voluntary donations, it takes the generous support of many. The instrument itself costs 1.7m Euro. Additionally, there are costs for the elevator, the hanging and the scaffolding to name only a few.

Please support the construction of the cathedral’s new organ. Any donation is appreciated. Thank you very much!

Facts about the new organ

Organ Builder
* Rieger Orgelbau (Vorarlberg/Austria)

Organ Specifications
* 4 keyboards + expression pedal
* 80 ranks
* 5871 pipes (largest: about 32ft, shortest: 0,3 in)

Hanging
* 26,9ft above the ground at 4 steel ropes with a diameter of 1,18in each

Dimensions
* height: 61ft
* width: 25ft
* depth: up to 14ft
* weight: 40,45ton (US) / 36,12 ton (UK)