Mattsee, Market town in Salzburg-Umgebung district, Austria.
Mattsee is a market town in the Salzburg-Umgebung district situated near the lake bearing its name. The municipal area spreads across rolling terrain and includes the town center, an abbey church, surrounding villages, and farmland.
The Benedictine monastery was founded in the 8th century and quickly became an influential religious center. Over many generations, the monastic community shaped life in the region and left lasting architectural marks.
The abbey church showcases Gothic design with a high altar from the 18th century and religious artworks that visitors can still admire today. The location served as a monastic center for centuries and shapes how the market town looks and feels.
The town is best explored on foot, with the abbey church easy to reach in the center. The adjoining lake offers walking opportunities, and parking is available for visitors in the settlement area.
The museum for private vehicle collections houses rare automobiles and shows the local connection to the region's automotive tradition. Visitors discover vehicles from different eras that document the evolution of car manufacturing.
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