Benedictine Abbey of Admont - Library & Museum
The oldest existing monastery in Styria and home to the world's largest monastic library
Where the hearts of children and young people beat faster
About us
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont lies in the Gesäuse in Upper Styria, nestled in a rocky mountain valley. The oldest existing monastery in Styria is home to a unique gem, the world's largest monastic library, which has been fascinating visitors for centuries.
The Admont Abbey is the oldest existing monastery in Styria and is home to a unique gem, the world's largest monastic library. With the architecture, frescoes and sculptures, it is a true work of Baroque art from the second half of the 18th century and continues to fascinate every generation.
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Worlds biggest monastic library | © Stift Admont | Marcel J. Peda
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Worlds biggest monastic library | © Stift Admont | Marcel J. Peda
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Museum of Natural History | © Stift Admont | Stefan Leitner
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Museum at the monastery admont | © Stift Admont | Stefan Leitner
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Museum of Natural History | © Stift Admont | Stefan Leitner
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What the weather will be like
Admont (635m)
Mostly cloudy in the morning, then showers and sunshine will alternate.
Plenty of rain until the afternoon, then drying up in the afternoon.
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