Saint Ruprecht is a small and lovely sacred place, which is the best reason to visit it. Those seeking a tourist curiosity would do well to skip it. But for art historians and prayerful pilgrims, it is a gem. Recognized as a place of worship since the eighth century, the Romanesque elements, such as the tower base, date from the 12th century. What is fascinating, however, is to trace how the building has been lovingly remodeled, restored and reconstructed over time. Gothic, Baroque, Neo-Gothic and modern elements all combine to give the church its current appearance and its appeal to the faithful. In addition to listing it as Vienna’s oldest church, guidebooks note Vienna’s oldest stained glass panels, now fixed in the center of the east end apse. They have, however, faded over time and today serve more as historical footnotes and honorable relics than striking images. Brilliant contemporary windows filter the light in the nave today. If you have time, invest €5 in the little guidebook available at the back and sit a few moments to follow its excellent appreciation of the history, construction and ornamental features of the church. St. Ruprecht himself was never resident in Vienna. He is the patron saint of the Diocese of Salzburg and the patron saint of the salt trade which had a medieval center around the church, commemorated in some of the street names. He is sometimes depicted holding both a crozier and a salt cellar.

In the area called the bermuda triangel which is full of bars which are now closed due to covid. You can find this interesting church which was not open but is nice to see. You walk and use the stairs from swedenplatz to get to it from there you can easly walk to the center.