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Millstatt Abbey, Benedictine monastery in Millstatt am See, Austria

The monastery features Romanesque architecture with a decorated portal, intricate column capitals, and Late Gothic frescoes in the cloister courtyard.

Count Palatine Aribo II and his brother Poto established Millstatt Abbey around 1070, marking the beginning of its role as Upper Carinthia's spiritual center.

The monastery museum exhibits medieval artifacts, including facsimiles of the Millstatt manuscript and collections of Romanesque and Renaissance religious artworks.

The abbey church, now functioning as the parish church of Christ the Savior and All Saints, maintains regular opening hours for visitors.

The adjacent Grand Master's castle, now converted into accommodations, houses local artists and provides space for exhibitions throughout the year.

Location: Millstatt am See

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Address: Stiftgasse 1

GPS coordinates: 46.80490,13.56796

Latest update: May 12, 2025 05:52

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