An aerial view of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont; © Elsemargriet on Pixabay

From Hotel Kongress to the world's largest monastery library

Bus- and group trips to the Benedictine monastery in Admont

Founded in 1074, the Benedictine monastery Admont is still a characterizing building in the village of the same name. As the oldest monastery in Styria, it impresses with its 900 year old history and its famous library. The library is a masterpiece of the late Baroque and the biggest monastery library in the world.
Enjoy a bus- or group trip there and gain insight into the past and present of the Benedictine monastery Admont.

Experience 900 years of church history

Learn more about monastery life, economical activities, the modern monastic community and explore numerous different exhibitions. Feel free to also join the church service at the monastery to gain additional insights.

The monastic library– analog knowledge resource for hundreds of years

The tremendous dimensions, the enormous number of books, and the lavish furnishing of the late Baroque impress visitors from all over the world.

In 1176 the hall was completed with a dome-fresco, which contains about 70.000 books. Hard to believe that that is only a part of the total stock of the monastery. In total one can find more than 200.000 books in the library. More than 1.400 manuscripts and 530 early works (up to the year 1500) are being preserved there for posterity.

The museums – Art history, natural history, and contemporary art on three stories

In the museum-ensemble, which was opened in 2003, you can find numerous different exhibits in one place. An architectural and content-related fusion of old and new creates a special space to explore and immerse yourself in.

Monastery Admont – an experience for all senses

Apart from the main attractions, enjoy the spacious garden, the monastery shop and the museum’s workshop.

Our tip: Traveling by bus and combined tickets

Your trip offers a variety of possible combinations! Choose the spectacular journey through the Gesäuse National Park for the outward or return journey and visit the natural gem of Lake Leopoldstein. A combination with the “Erzberg Adventure” is also an attractive option.

Coach parking is available on the grounds of Admont Abbey, your tour group can reach the entrance via a footpath, the entire area is barrier-free. Tour groups have the option of combining a visit to the abbey with lunch in the abbey cellar.

The hotel team will be happy to put together an individual accommodation and excursion package for you.

Discover 900 years of fascinating church history and the impressive abbey library in the Benedictine Abbey of Admont. Enjoy a wonderful stay with exciting excursion destinations at the Hotel Kongress. Book now.