Benedictine Abbey of Admont - Library & Museum
Europe's largest monastic library in the oldest abbey in Styria
Benediktinerstift Admont - Bibliothek und Museum
Ansprechpartner: Benedikt OswaldAdmont 1
8911 Admont +43 3613 2312 604 museum@stiftadmont.at Website
Where the hearts of children and young people beat faster
About us
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont is the oldest monastery in Styria and is located at the entrance to the Gesäuse National Park. The impressive natural scenery makes the hearts of young visitors beat faster. The largest monastery library in the world and the new museum fascinate children and young people of all age groups.
Museum workshop at Admont Benedictine Abbey
Children will love the museum crafts workshop. During a guided tour, they discover the secrets of the monastery through a playful approach. Relaxation is also guaranteed: the park with its herb garden and impressive mountain backdrop invites you to stay a while. The cosy Stiftskeller provides culinary delights.
👉 The monastery is also open outside of opening hours for your groups*.
About the Admont Benedictine Abbey:
- Magnificently designed and the largest monastery library in the world
- Natural history museum
- Art history museum
- Museum of contemporary art
- Special exhibitions
- Museum crafts workshop for children (only in summer)
- Garden and nature experience
*Enquiry required in advance.
Young Styria Benefits
A compelling story for children and young people too: the exciting combination of old and new.
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Key data
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Opening hours
- varying (visit website)
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Opening period
- March - December
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Guided tours
- Guided tour through the library
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Duration of visit
- approx. 40 minutes
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Arrival
- A9: Exit Admont
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Motorway exit
- yes
How to get to us
Arrival
What the weather will be like
Admont (635m)
