Altenburg Abbey, Benedictine monastery in Altenburg, Austria.
The oval-shaped church of Altenburg Abbey features a three-story library extending 48 meters with extensive frescoes adorning its grand halls and dome ceiling.
Founded in 1144 by Countess Hildeburg of Poigen-Rebgau, the abbey experienced numerous reconstructions after destructions during the Hussite Wars and Swedish invasion of 1645.
The abbey gardens incorporate five distinct areas representing major world religions, complemented by natural elements including ponds and wildflower meadows.
Located 30 kilometers north of Krems an der Donau, the monastery maintains regular visiting hours and offers guided tours through its Baroque architectural complex.
Archaeological excavations between 1983 and 2005 revealed original 12th-century walls and a 13th-century Romanesque cloister beneath the current Baroque structure.
Location: Altenburg
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: Abt-Placidus-Much-Straße 1 u. a. 3591
Website: http://stift-altenburg.at
GPS coordinates: 48.64361,15.59465
Latest update: May 16, 2025 08:15
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