Königinkloster, Vienna

Königinkloster is a former Benedictine monastery in Vienna with multiple buildings showing Gothic architectural elements and located in northern Vienna near the Danube River. The complex includes a monastic church, residential buildings, and service structures that were expanded over many centuries.

Margrave Leopold III founded the monastery in the first half of the 12th century as an important religious center of the region. The buildings were rebuilt and adapted to contemporary tastes over the following centuries.

The monastery displays artworks inside that show the connection between East and West in medieval craftsmanship. Visitors can see these works today and understand what influence they had on local artistic traditions.

The grounds are separated from public space, but parts are open to visitors on certain days, especially when services take place. Anyone wanting to see the complex should check opening hours in advance.

Inside the monastery is an altar with elaborately crafted metal plates showing craftsmanship of extraordinary care. Visitors often miss this artwork, even though it ranks among the most valuable pieces in the religious collection.