GEOLOGY ON YOUR PLATE – History you can taste!
An extraordinary culinary experience to mark the 250th anniversary of Admont Abbey Library: on 7 November 2026, the Stiftskeller will combine fascinating insights into the world of geology with culinary highlights.
Hannes Schwarz is an inspiration.
Das Museum des Stiftes Admont lädt herzlich zur Vernissage einer Ausstellung mit Arbeiten von Schülerinnen und Schülern des Stiftsgymnasiums Admont am 04. November um 18.00 Uhr im Museum für Gegenwartskunst ein.
With deep sorrow – saying farewell to Father Wolfgang
With deep sorrow and firm faith in the Resurrection, we bid farewell to our dear brother, Father Wolfgang, whom God called home on 31 October 2026.
St Hubert’s Mass
Sehr viele Gläubige haben die Hubertusmesse mitgefeiert. Schöpfungsverantwortung und Jagd in Einklang bringen – darum bitten wir den Hl. Hubertus.
Special service to mark Abbot Gerhard’s 62nd birthday
A special occasion, marked by gratitude, appreciation and a sense of community: the monastic community of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont celebrated Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB’s 62nd birthday with a solemn service.
Literature Meets History – A Reading at the Collegiate Library
On Friday 13 November 2026, the world’s largest monastic library at Admont Benedictine Abbey will become a stunning setting for contemporary literature.
Holy Mass on 18 October
On Sunday 18 October, the Pölling Choir from St Andrä in Carinthia made a memorable contribution to the Holy Mass.
New ski hire for the winter season at Kaiserau
What’s that rolling towards Kaiserau? With the delivery of the new containers for Pörl Sport Admont’s ski hire service, another attractive offering is taking shape in the popular Kaiserau ski resort.
Austrian Museum Quality Mark awarded once again
A special accolade for the high quality of the museum’s work at Admont Benedictine Abbey: as part of the 37th Austrian Museum Day in Eisenstadt, the Admont Abbey Museum was once again awarded the prestigious Austrian Museum Seal of Quality.
Open Day at Stiftsgymnasium
Admont Abbey School cordially invites you to its Open Day on Thursday, 22 October 2026, from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm.
That was the 2026 Harvest Festival
Gratitude, living traditions, regional delicacies and a warm sense of community: the traditional harvest festival on Sunday 11 October 2026 at Admont Benedictine Abbey proved to be a special celebration for all generations. Numerous revellers and a well-attended Gesäuse specialities market created a wonderful atmosphere.
125 Years of the Admont Men’s Choir
125 years of music, community and living tradition! The Admont Men’s Choir is celebrating this impressive anniversary and invites you to a special concert on Saturday, 17 October 2026, at 7.00 pm in the Grand Ballroom of the Admont Abbey Grammar School.
When Good Meets Evil – World premiere at Admont Abbey
A saint, a devil, centuries-old legends and one of the world’s most famous monastery libraries: On 20 November 2026, from 6 pm, the Stiftskellerhof at Admont Benedictine Abbey will become the setting for an extraordinary world premiere.
Poetry Slam and Writing Competition
For centuries, human knowledge has been subject to constant updating through new discoveries, and yet today it seems more fragile and volatile than ever. The boundaries of its accessibility are being shattered, and its validity is being called into question from one second to the next. Can the equation „knowledge = power“ still hold true here?
Admont Abbey says thank you for the harvest
When the harvest has been brought in and the fruits of the past months become apparent, it is time to pause and give thanks. Admont Benedictine Abbey cordially invites you to its traditional Harvest Festival on Sunday, 11 October 2026. A day of celebration that brings together living tradition, community, regional cuisine and special experiences for all generations.
Consecration Day of the Collegiate and Parish Church of Admont
On 28 September, Admont Benedictine Abbey, together with the parish community, marked the consecration anniversary of Admont Abbey and Parish Church. Numerous worshippers gathered to celebrate this special occasion together.
250 turned into an incredible 660 hours
250-hour run at Admont Abbey: 250 turned into an incredible 660 hours! Over 670 pupils, more than 6,800 laps and around 5,800 kilometres – a powerful statement in support of exercise, health and solidarity in action
Beauty and the Beast at Admont Abbey
A world-famous story. An extraordinary setting. And a message that goes far beyond a fairy tale. Today, filming begins on a very special project at Admont Abbey, home to the world’s largest monastic library: „Beauty and the Beast“.
Kaiserau Kids’ Race 2026
On 19 September 2026, Kaiserau near Admont once again became a meeting place for young cycling enthusiasts. At the Kids Race Kaiserau 2026, which formed part of the Upper Styrian Children’s Cycling Cup, around 70 children took to the starting line – full of enthusiasm, plenty of vigour and a huge love of cycling.
250-hour run at Admont Abbey
Following the huge success of the 950-km anniversary run in 2024, Admont Benedictine Abbey, together with Admont Abbey Grammar School, is set to make its next sporting mark: On 22 September 2026, from 9 am, the abbey grounds will be transformed into a venue for community, exercise and enthusiasm. In the 250-hour run, it is not the fastest time that counts – but the shared goal.
13er pilgrimage in September
The so-called "13th Pilgrimage" on 13 September was organised in collaboration with the Grundlseer Geigenmusi, with a large turnout from the parish community and visitors.
A haul of medals for Dveri PAX – double gold and a silver
A major international success for Dveri PAX, the winery of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont: at the prestigious AWC Vienna – International Wine Challenge, three of its wines were awarded gold and silver medals. The competition is regarded as the world’s largest officially recognised wine competition.
Admonter and Montan University Leoben are a hit …
In the coming school year, Admonter Holzindustrie will be one of the few companies in the Liezen district to be involved in the compulsory-elective subject „Technology and Innovation in the Region“ (TIR).
12th Admont Lute Festival
From 26 to 30 August, Admont Abbey was entirely dedicated to the ‘Lute Autumn’. Participants made music together, learnt, explored and were able to experience the unique world of sound of the lute in all its facets.
Adventure holidays at Admont Abbey
What actually goes on at Admont Abbey? Who works here? How is wood turned into a high-quality product, how is electricity generated – and what’s it like to sit in a real Pistenbully?
2.6 million likes: Our abbey library is a hit …
„The most beautiful library in the world!..” – that is how the international creator André describes the Admont Abbey Library in his Instagram post. The response has been overwhelming…
The Abbey Library is one of the most beautiful interiors in the world
New international study recognises the world’s largest monastic library – Admont represents Austria in a ranking of world-famous cultural and architectural gems.
13er pilgrimage in August
We ask the Blessed Virgin Mary for her blessing and support, that she may always lead us to Christ. The 13th pilgrimage in August featured a performance by the Kleeblatt music group from Straden.
A rainy day? A day at the library!
Next Monday would actually be our closing day. But as rain is forecast – of all things – after so many lovely summer days, we’ve decided on the spur of the moment to open our doors and turn our closing day into a day of library tours…
Renewal of Sr Blessing’s professions
Renewal of Sr Blessing’s professions for one year
Warning! Fake adverts and scams
Fake advertisements are currently circulating on social media once again, promoting a supposed medicine or product called „Boswellia“. It is claimed that this is based on a „secret recipe from Admont Abbey“ or is linked to monks from our monastery.
Admont Abbey invites you to…
A visit to Admont Abbey is now even more comfortable, sustainable and relaxing. By expanding our infrastructure, we are creating new opportunities for all guests who wish to explore the Gesäuse region by e-bike or electric car, combining spirituality, nature, culture and enjoyment.
Regionality that inspires
On 1 August, Admont Abbey once again became a vibrant meeting place for connoisseurs, lovers of regional produce and admirers of high-quality craftsmanship.
Delight, mountain air and a great atmosphere
When the aroma of freshly barbecued food wafts through the crisp mountain air and the stunning mountain scenery of the Kaiserau provides the perfect backdrop, it’s time once again for a barbecue at the Sportalm.
Escape the heat – head to the museum!
When temperatures start to rise, Admont Abbey offers a refreshing alternative to the outdoor swimming pool: in pleasantly air-conditioned surroundings, visitors can experience art, culture and history in a relaxed atmosphere – whilst also benefiting from an attractive 20% summer discount.
25 years of apprenticeship training at Admonter
For 25 years, Admonter Holzindustrie has been consistently investing in the training of young skilled workers. The in-house apprenticeship programme was launched in 2001 – at that time still under the name STIA Holzindustrie – with apprenticeships in timber sawing technology, industrial electrical engineering and industrial metalwork.
12th Admont Lute Festival – 26 to 30 August
From 26 to 30 August 2026, Admont Abbey will once again become a meeting place for lovers of early music: The 12th Admont Lute Autumn will bring together leading international musicians, dedicated amateurs and students for a five-day festival featuring masterclasses, workshops and concerts.
Sunday Mass with the Anointing of the Sick
Sunday Mass with the Anointing of the Sick, followed by a gathering…
13th Pilgrimage in July
As human beings, we need to connect with our fellow human beings and with God.
St Christopher's Sunday
On St Christopher’s Sunday, we ask for God’s blessing for all those who are on the move. St Christopher is regarded as the patron saint of travellers and reminds us to be mindful, responsible and considerate of one another when we are out and about.
The world’s largest monastic library bathed in the glow of the night lights
Immerse yourself in the magic of the world’s largest monastic library – on an exclusive special night-time tour!
Puzzles, adventures and quality family time
On Tuesday 21 July, we warmly invite children and families to take part in an exciting treasure hunt through the museum.
A grand festival of faith at Admont Abbey
From 27 to 29 November 2026, a special weekend of faith will take place at Admont Abbey under the theme „God or nothing“.
Admont Abbey nominated twice for a communications award
No fewer than two marketing and communications projects have been nominated for the „Styrian Regional Prize for Outstanding Communications Projects and Public Relations“ organised by the Styrian Chamber of Commerce (WKO Steiermark).
AI makes you want to visit a museum
With creative support from artificial intelligence, modern short clips are being produced for the Natural History Museum and the world’s largest monastic library; these are primarily used on social media.
A musical summer’s evening filled with classics
A musical summer evening filled with timeless classics awaits the audience on Friday, 17 July 2026, at 7.30 pm in the Small Ballroom at Admont Abbey.
Hemmasonntag 2026
On Hemma Sunday, the congregation at Admont Abbey celebrated a service in memory of Saint Hemma of Gurk.
A great honour for our community
It was a great honour for our community to welcome the Ukrainian Ambassador to Austria and his wife (on 24 June).
Convent Outing 2026
The abbot and brothers of our community visited our Cistercian brothers today (22 June 2026) at the beautiful Wilhering Abbey in Upper Austria.
A resounding success: DVERI PAX has once again won multiple awards
These awards recognise the meticulous work carried out in the vineyard and in the restaurant.
Wooden artefact handed over to the Frauenberg pilgrimage church
Following the successful handover of a bar table crafted by our apprentices at the Benedictine Abbey of Admont to Abbot Gerhard, another special piece of furniture found its new home the very next day: a bar table was presented to Father Prior Maximilian at the Frauenberg pilgrimage church on the River Enns.
Birthday 2026
Today we celebrated Gebhard's Day, the memorial day in honour of our founder, Archbishop Gebhard of Salzburg, who founded Admont Abbey in 1074.
Academic Evening – 250 Years of the Monastery Library
As part of the „250 Years of the Monastery Library“ anniversary celebrations, an extremely interesting and inspiring academic evening took place.
A special gift from a master craftsman
Abbot Gerhard was delighted to receive an extraordinary bar table, which was made by the apprentices of the Admont timber industry.
Young Science seal of approval for the Stiftsgymnasium Admont
Admont Abbey Grammar School is delighted to have been certified as a „Young Science Partner School“. At the ceremony in Vienna on 8 June, headmaster P. Thomas Stellwag-Carion O. S. B. and future headmistress Katja Maierhofer accepted the award from Science Minister Eva-Maria Holzleitner and the President of the ÖAD, Jakob Calice.
Corpus Christi 2026
We show ourselves and others who we follow: Jesus Christ.
Big Band Concert 2026
Great soloists, a great atmosphere and numerous visitors made the evening an unforgettable experience.
International Archives Day – Spotlight on the Totenrotel from Admont
On 9 June, the international archive community celebrates the „International Archives Day“.
Admonter is a training company of the Dual Academy of the WKO
Admonter Holzindustrie AG is expanding its training programme and is now an official training company of the Dual Academy (DA) of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber.
Admont Abbey receives appreciation award from the diocese of Graz-Seckau
Admont Abbey was honoured with the „Award of the Diocese of Graz-Seckau for exemplary management“ at a festive ceremony.
Admont Abbey launches online ticket shop
Admont Abbey is now making it even easier to buy tickets: a dedicated online ticket shop is now available at stiftadmont.at/ticketshop. A modern and user-friendly platform has been created in collaboration with Ö-Ticket...
Premiere at the Stiftskeller – Magic Dinner 2027
A very special event highlight awaits you on 12 March 2027: The Magic Dinner will take place for the first time in the Stiftskeller Admont.
Kindergarten service 2026
On Sunday 31 May, the Admont kindergarten and the Madrigal Choir from Zell am See helped to celebrate Holy Mass.
Big Band of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont invites you to „SUPERSTARS“
The Big Band of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont invites you to this year's concert evening on 3 June at 19:00 under the motto „SUPERSTARS“.
Meeting of priests with Auxiliary Bishop Johannes
Auxiliary Bishop Johannes visited the priests of the Ennstal and Ausseerland regions.
25 May - Saint Urban's Memorial Day & International Wine Day
25 May is all about wine: on this day, the feast day of Saint Urban - the patron saint of winegrowers and vineyards - is celebrated as well as International Wine Day.
Dveri PAX at the Vievinum 2026
From 16 to 18 May 2026, our Dveri PAX winery was represented at VieVinum in Vienna's HOFBURG - one of the most renowned wine fairs in Europe and an important international meeting place for the wine industry.
Admont Abbey invites ESC winner to Admont
Admont Abbey looks back on this year's Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with great joy and pride: The Bulgarian singer DARA not only won Europe's most important music competition with her entry, but also brought the world-famous library of Admont Abbey to the big international stage.
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First Communion celebration at Admont Abbey
Together with their families, godparents and many of the faithful, they gathered for this special service in a festive atmosphere.
ESC 2026 - Millions of people worldwide experience the world's largest monastery library
It is an extraordinary honour - for the Benedictine Abbey of Admont, the Gesäuse region and the entire Austrian and Styrian cultural landscape.
Special visit to Admont Abbey
Christian Wehrschütz, ORF's Ukraine and Balkans correspondent for many years, also visited the Admont Abbey Museum and the world-famous monastery library during his stay.
250 years of the monastery library - new photo spot at the abbey pond
In addition to ducks, swans and fish, the striking numbers „250“ in bold pen-red now also attract the attention of visitors.
1912 Hotels announces exclusive collaboration with Dveri PAX
1912 Hotels is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership with Dveri Pax Wine with the launch of two signature wines: Benedict White and Benedict Red. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to tradition, craftsmanship and exceptional hospitality.
New video series: An invitation to pause for thought
Imagine a moment in which everything slows down. A moment in which the noise of everyday life becomes quieter and you start to consciously feel again.
Mother's Day Mass on 10 May
Mother's Day is a special day on which mothers and their achievements for family and society are honoured.
Passover of Fr Magnus
Father Magnus' transfer to the Benedictine monastery of Admont on 7 May 2026 in the Frauenberg pilgrimage church
Admonter at AMS Job Fair Liezen
The AMS Job Fair at the Kulturhaus Liezen was once again a resounding success this year - and Admonter AG (a foundation company) was right in the thick of it together with the Benedictine Abbey of Admont.
Gesäuse speciality market enters the next round
After last year's successful launch, the Gesäuse Speciality Market is entering its second round in 2026. As the successor to the traditional monastery market days, the new format was brought to life by Admont Abbey in cooperation with the Stiftskeller...
News from the museum (March/April)
Following the opening of the two exhibitions on Hannes Schwarz and Josef Pillhofer in the contemporary art section of the Admont Abbey Museum on 19 March 2026, the museum was already able to welcome special groups of visitors in the first few weeks after the opening.
Special guided tours of the 1865 abbey fire
The Admont Benedictine Abbey invites you on a special journey through time: A special tour brings the dramatic fire disaster of 27 April 1865 to life.
Vespa and scooter blessing in Frauenberg
On Thursday, 14 May (Ascension Day), we cordially invite you to the Vespa and scooter blessing in Frauenberg an der Enns.
Open day at the monastery nursery
On 25 April 2026, you can experience the Admont Abbey Nursery in all its diversity! At the Open Day, we cordially invite you to take a look behind the scenes of our traditional nursery and discover the fascinating world of plants with all your senses.
Easter Vigil 2026
In the solemn liturgy of the Easter Vigil in the collegiate church of Admont Abbey, we were able to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ - the central mystery of our faith and a sign of hope for the world.
Blessing of food on Holy Saturday 2026
A wonderful and powerful moment in Holy Week - the traditional blessing of food once again attracted many believers to the collegiate church this year.
Maundy Thursday
It commemorates Jesus' last supper with his disciples before he was crucified.
Perpetual profession of frater Markus Kraemer OSB
Frater Markus Kraemer OSB made his perpetual profession in a solemn service. Numerous companions, family members, friends and many others came to celebrate and honour this important step together with him.
Great start to the museum season
Our museum season kicked off with a successful opening ceremony on 19 March. Numerous visitors accepted the invitation and created a particularly lively and inspiring atmosphere on the very first day.
Another Gault & Millau award for Dveri PAX
We are delighted to announce that the restaurant at our Dveri Pax winery has once again been awarded 3 toques in the current Gault & Millau 2026 - for the fourth time in a row.
New issue of the foundation's magazine „PAX“ is online
The current issue of our monastery magazine „PAX“ is now available online. You can look forward to a wide range of informative articles from the monastery and the various areas of Admont Abbey.
Admont Abbey kitchen honoured once again
The Admont Abbey kitchen has once again been awarded the prestigious „Der Grüne Teller“ seal of quality.
Holy Requiem for Abbot Bruno Hubl OSB
On 7 March 2026, the Holy Requiem for Prelate Abbot Bruno Hubl OSB was celebrated in Admont Abbey Church.
Farewell to Old Abbot Bruno
We monks have now received our +Altabbot Bruno at home and prayed for him in his and our monastery church.
Admont Abbey mourns the loss of our deceased confrere
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont mourns the loss of our deceased confrere Abbot Bruno Hubl OSB
New annual programme 2026 is online!
We are delighted to present our 2026 annual programme - now available online for you!
Ash Wednesday 2026
Ash Wednesday is an important day in the Christian church year and marks the beginning of the 40-day period of fasting before Easter. It follows Carnival and ends the exuberant festive season.
Admont Abbey provides the youngest priest in Styria
Father Vinzenz Schager heads the parishes of Gröbming, Öblarn, St. Martin and Kleinsölk. At the age of 32, he is not only the youngest priest in the Liezen district, but also in the whole of Styria.
Ulli cooks... this time with insurance cover
When Ulli swings the wooden spoon, there's not a dry eye in the house - especially not because of the onions
Musical treasures from the abbey archive
On 6 February, the Admont Abbey Archive provided a unique insight into its impressive collection of handwritten music.
Admont Abbey tells its story - the podcast/videocast from Admont Abbey
"Admont Abbey Tells Its Story" opens its doors and tells stories – authentically, personally and with surprising intimacy.
Flowers, garden and wine - tips from Admont Abbey
In our new video series, we take you behind the scenes of the flower house and the Admont Abbey nursery - where advice still has time, quality is visible and the passion for flowers, gardens and enjoyment is lived every day.
Experience history anew in the museum of Admont Abbey
With innovative marketing channels, state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and creative collaboration with the Rubikon agency from Graz, we are breathing new life into the Natural History Museum.
Solemnity of St Blasius
The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Father Gerfried Sita from St Paul's Abbey in Lavanttal. In his sermon, he emphasised the importance of St. Blaise for faith and Christian life.
Presentation of the Lord - Candlemas
On 2 February, the Church celebrates Candlemas, also known as the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Forty days after Christmas, Mary brings the child Jesus to the temple in Jerusalem.
Kaiserau ski resort - through the winter with passion and solidarity
The small, fine Kaiserau ski area, in the centre of Admont and the Paltental valley, is exemplary for many winter sports destinations in the Alpine region: low temperatures for technical snowmaking, hardly any natural snow and the comparatively low altitude present the operators with enormous challenges year after year.
Ecumenical service at Admont Abbey
Ecumenical service: As part of the "Week of Prayer for Christian Unity", a service was once again held this year in Admont, attended by Protestant and Catholic Christians. Prayer together brings us together!
Ulli cooks ... This time his legendary roast pork
When the roast pork is sizzling, the bread dumplings are in the pot and the coleslaw is still pleasantly warm, then it's clear: this is not a quick everyday meal, but real pub food with feeling. Down-to-earth, honest and good enough to fall in love with.
Artificial intelligence as a strategic marketing approach
Beautiful websites, high-quality images and videos as well as well-written texts are an important basis for successful communication today.
Election day of Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB
On 25 January, the election day of our Most Reverend Abbot was celebrated during the church service. Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB has headed the Benedictine Abbey of Admont since 2017 and has been shaping the spiritual and communal life of our house ever since.
Musical treasures from the abbey archive
On 6 February 2026, Admont Abbey invites you to an extraordinary special tour and workshop that brings music history to life.
Kaiserau toboggan run – for the whole family
Look forward to a special winter experience on the Kaiserau: our slide tour provides action, fun and lots of laughs in the snow! With XXL sliding donuts, giant sliding sausages and other fun equipment, the slope becomes the ultimate fun zone - without ski boots, but with lots of good humour.
Ulli cooks - Pumpkin cream soup deluxe
The culinary hit kitchen of Ulli kocht continues in rapid succession! The latest episode is in the can - and the pots have been bubbling away.
Caroling campaign 2026
In 2026, many children and young people will once again set off as carol singers. Wearing royal robes and carrying the star, they will bring the good news of Christmas to people's homes.
New tenant of the Sportalm on the Kaiserau
In December 2025, Ulli Mattlschweiger, successful tenant of the Stiftskeller Admont, also took over the Sportalm on the Kaiserau. This means that an experienced host and passionate restaurateur will be placing the culinary management of this popular excursion destination in new hands...
Christmas Day 2025
On Christmas Day we celebrate the birth of our Saviour and the great mystery of God's incarnation.
Christmas mass 2025
In the solemn Christmas mass in the Admont Abbey Church, we celebrated the holy night in which God becomes man.
Children's fair 2025
We were able to celebrate the birth of Jesus together at the festive children's mass in Admont Abbey Church.
Frater Benedikt appointed lector
A wonderful moment this morning during Holy Mass: Frater Benedikt was officially appointed lector by Abbot Gerhard.
Through Advent with Father Josef – Fourth Sunday in Advent
Christmas wish ... I want to learn from Mary to let the passion and tenderness of God dwell and grow within me.
Christmas wishes from our H.H. Abbot Mag. Gerhard Hafner OSB
Christmas - God becomes man in our Lord Jesus Christ. But not for the top 10,000, as we would say, but rather for ALL people.
Contemplative sounds and pre-Christmas gifts
On the evening of 10 December, the Admont Abbey Church was filled with the sounds of Christmas. The music classes of the Stiftsgymnasium gave their traditional Advent concert in the church, which was filled to capacity.
New owner and operator of Hotel Spirodom
On 1 February 2026, the experienced accommodation entrepreneur Thomas Nebl will take over the renowned Hotel Spirodom in Admont. Nebl purchased the hotel complex from the Benedictine monastery in Admont - a significant step that further strengthens the further development of tourism in the Gesäuse.
Old collections, new paths - archive and library
The scientific department of Admont Abbey works with a high level of quality awareness to fulfil its mission of curating the archive and library holdings in a future-oriented manner and providing qualified scientific information.
A visit to St Paul’s Abbey…
Under the chairmanship of Abbot Johannes Perkmann OSB, President of the Austrian Benedictine Congregation, on 15 December 2025 the Presidium of the Congregation concluded the visitation at the Benedictine Abbey of St. Paul in Lavanttal was brought to a conclusion on 15 December 2025.
Through the Advent season with Father Joseph - 3rd Advent
The star is there and shines. It's there, it's just small. Because you still have a long way to go. It is far away because your magnanimity is expected to make an endless journey. But: the star is there!
13er pilgrimage and candlelight procession
The 13er pilgrimage with candlelight procession is a special moment of prayer and fellowship in Admont Abbey Church.
First pleasing results: over 7000 visitors on the first Advent market weekend
Those responsible at Admont Abbey are delighted to draw an extremely positive first balance: more than 7,000 visitors experienced the first Advent market weekend at Admont Benedictine Abbey - an impressive start to this year's Advent season.
Through Advent with Father Josef – Second Sunday in Advent
On the 2nd Sunday of Advent, a Sunday of contemplation and growing light, Father Josef invites you to pause for a moment and consciously take a deep breath.
Ring of honour for our abbot Gerhard Hafner
Award for special services to the Faculty of Catholic Theology at the University of Graz
Christmas workshops in our museum
Immerse yourself in the magic of Advent! On the Advent market days, the museum workshop at Admont Abbey opens its doors from 14:00 to 16:00 - and is transformed into a creative place full of stories, scents and surprises.
Through Advent with Father Josef – First Sunday in Advent
In the midst of lights, familiar scents and the quiet anticipation of Christmas, Father Josef invites you to pause for a moment.
Special prize at the Gesäuse Innovation Award for „Ulli cooks“
We are delighted to have won the Gesäuse Innovation Award 2025: our new video format „Ulli cooks“ won the special prize in the digitalisation category!
Ulli cooks - this time with Father Josef
And what's on the table? Breaded liver - yes, really! Crispy, golden brown and fried with so much vigour that even the pan laughed.
Blessing of the Advent wreath 2025
For many communities and families, the contemplative season of Advent begins with the blessing of the Advent wreath. The green branches symbolise life and hope, the candles the growing light that leads us towards Christmas.
Clementifeier 2025
On 28 November 2025, the traditional Klementifeier took place in the Stiftskeller Admont - a special moment in the year when the focus is on community, gratitude and looking back on a successful year.
4 years of lower school ... and now?
The Stiftsgymnasium Admont invites you to the „Oberstufenkompass“ - an orientation event on 10 December 2025 at 17:00 in the large ballroom of the Stiftsgymnasium.
Convent of Admont Abbey visits parliament
On 19 November 2025, Abbot Gerhard and the convent of the Admont Benedictines visited the Austrian Parliament in Vienna.
Red Wednesday
Red Wednesday is a day of remembrance and action celebrated annually in November by the Catholic Church and various Christian organisations.
Art made of water and cold
At 1,100 metres above sea level, the Kaiserau invites you to ski in the sun. The award of the Austrian Piste Seal of Quality shows that the family ski area has the best conditions for a fantastic day on two skis. This is the responsibility of operations manager Andreas Ysopp, who makes it snow every year anew.
New tenant at the Sportalm - Ulli takes over
In December 2025, Ulli Matlschweiger, successful tenant of the Stiftskeller Admont, will also take over the Sportalm on the Kaiserau.
Young People's Mass
We have beautiful churches, but the real church is us baptised people - living building blocks of the church.
All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day 2025
All Saints' Day as a celebration of hope and fulfilment, All Souls' Day as an expression of love and prayer for those who have gone before us in faith. In the venerable atmosphere of the collegiate church, they were celebrated as days of remembrance, gratitude and confidence.
Culture and enjoyment - WILD, FOREST, WINE
On 14 November from 4 pm, the Admont Benedictine Abbey will open its doors for an extraordinary experience: as exclusive guests, you will enter the world's largest monastery library, be enchanted by baroque architecture and experience the interplay of art, culture and spirituality.
Advent at Admont Abbey now on 6 days
Known and loved far beyond the region's borders, the popular „Advent at Admont Abbey“ celebrates its 26th edition this year - and with a very special premiere...
Review of the open day at the grammar school
On 24 October, Admont Abbey Grammar School opened its doors to numerous interested pupils and their parents. Between 13:00 and 17:00, many visitors took the opportunity to get to know our school in all its facets - personally, directly and up close.
Stiftsgymnasium co-operates with Montanuniversität Leoben
Stiftsgymnasium Admont is now one of a handful of schools throughout Austria to enter into an exclusive educational partnership with the University of Leoben. This cooperation opens up outstanding opportunities for pupils in the sixth form to immerse themselves in the world of university research and teaching while still at school.
Festive service to mark the 61st birthday of Abbot Gerhard
On Sunday 19 October, the monastic community and many of the faithful gathered in Admont Abbey Church for a festive service to mark the 61st birthday of Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB. The service was performed by the Bruckmühl church choir and the Admont/Hall band, with Abbot Alfred, St Lambrecht, delivering the sermon. At the same time, the eight years of his blessed work as Abbot of Admont were looked back on with great gratitude.
Ulli Cooks - Game, Weber, Wow!
Joining us is none other than Robert Reichmayr, better known as Roberto Richy – BBQ guru, head chef at the legendary BBQ 1952, and culinary ambassador with roots in the Gesäuse and a pair of barbecue tongs in Graz. This episode is all about school friendships…
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Harvest and wine festival 2025
On Sunday, 12 October 2025, the Benedictine Abbey of Admont cordially invited guests to its traditional harvest festival. In the midst of the autumn-coloured landscape of the Gesäuse, this special day was a celebration full of gratitude, community and culinary delights.
Johannes Kübeck invites you to the book presentation
On Saturday, 18 October 2025 at 16:00, the author and long-time journalist Johannes Kübeck invites you to the presentation of his new book "Kärnten und Steiermark - Neu erzählt" in the Stiftskeller of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont.
Intensive preparations for the coming ski season
While nature is slowly preparing for winter, extensive measures have been underway for weeks in the ski area around Admont Abbey to ensure a safe and smooth start to the 2025/26 ski season.
Church consecration festival of the Admont Abbey Church
On Sunday, 28 September, the consecration of the abbey church was celebrated in Admont Abbey Church - a special day in the annual cycle on which the consecration of the church as a house of God is solemnly commemorated.
Ulli cooks - with wood and fire!
This time it got really hot - right in the centre of our ADMONTER wood processing plant! Between high-quality natural wood products, the smell of fresh wood and genuine craftsmanship, ULLI KOCHT ignited a culinary firework display.
Matura ball of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont
On 20 September 2025, this year's Matura Ball of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont took place in the Kulturhaus Liezen under the motto "The Last Spin".
Townhall Meeting at Admont Abbey
Another town hall meeting took place today at Admont Abbey - an established format that promotes direct dialogue between management and employees and provides important insights into current developments.
Benedictine Abbey Admont appoints new director for Admont Abbey Grammar School
The Stiftsgymnasium Admont is setting the course for the future: In the course of a structured hearing procedure, Ms MMag.a Katja Maierhofer, BA was unanimously appointed as the new director of the Stiftsgymnasium by the decision-making committee - with the involvement of the Styrian Education Directorate.
Admont meets London - when music meets tourism and marketing
An idea that has been maturing for a long time - and has now ignited with full force: In an extraordinary collaboration between the Stiftsgymnasium Admont, the marketing team of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont and music professor Clemens Frühstück, a very special music and tourism project has been set up.
Ulli cooks - this time with the real power of the Envesta
What happens when Ulli swings the wooden spoon together with the managing director of Envesta - our regional energy supplier?
Special exhibition at Admont Abbey can now also be experienced virtually
In spring 2024, a special exhibition dedicated to the almost thousand-year history of the monastery was opened on the first floor of the museum building at Admont Abbey.
Admonter AG at BuK.li 2025
The largest job and careers fair in the Liezen district opens its doors again - and Admonter AG will of course be there!
Silver profession of Fr Wolfgang
During the choral vespers (evening prayer) of the Admont monks on Sunday, 7 September 2025, Father Wolfgang Fischer-Felgitsch OSB celebrated his silver profession and renewed his religious vows.
Successful speciality market with history, heart and future
Experience regionality - art, crafts and enjoyment at Admont Abbey
Sensational success for Dveri PAX
The renowned DVERI PAX winery is continuing its impressive success story in 2025...
Successful cookery series from Admont Abbey takes the next step
The popular cookery series "Ulli cooks", created at the Benedictine Abbey of Admont and in cooperation with the Stiftskeller Admont, is entering a new phase
Library by night in September
We cordially invite you to a special experience: in September only, you have the exclusive opportunity to take part in the popular special guided tour "Library by night"!
11th Admonter Lautenherbst
After the big anniversary year 2024, which was celebrated together with Admont Abbey, the Admont Lautenherbst is now entering its 11th edition.
Ulli cooks with Father Thomas
Ulli cooks - together with Father Thomas Stellwag-Carion OSB. On the menu: Game meat, homemade pasta, fresh herbs, a touch of Italian lifestyle - and of course more than just a sip of wine.
In memory of Herbert Brandl
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the renowned artist Herbert Brandl.
Special guided tour "Mountain idyll meets book treasure"
Who made the very first entry in the guest book of the Abbey Library? What was offered to a tourist in the Gesäuse 150 years ago? And what adventurous mountain and travelling experiences do the monks have to tell?
Holiday programme 2025 at Admont Abbey Museum
Every Friday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 p.m., Admont Abbey Museum becomes a place of adventure for children and families!
One of the most beautiful libraries in the world
Great joy at Admont Abbey! The magnificent monastery library has been voted one of the most beautiful libraries in the world by the online community of the well-known Instagram page 1000libraries - with over 1.1 million followers worldwide.
Rainy weather? Perfect museum weather...!
When the sky is grey and raindrops are falling, it's just the right time to be inspired by culture, history and impressive architecture. Admont Abbey offers an unforgettable experience whatever the weather - especially now!
Fluffy new arrivals at the Kaiserau
There's a lot going on at Kaiserau - in the truest sense of the word! A small, lovingly designed petting zoo has been set up right in front of the Sportalm - with three very special new residents: three trusting rabbits who are now looking forward to visitors.
When visionaries encounter visions…
Exciting tour of the bike projects in Lannach and St. Corona am Wechsel - together with committed fellow campaigners from the region...
From radio to fish dish: Ulli cooks with Martin Teibinger
The popular video series "Ulli cooks", a cooperation between Admont Abbey and Stiftskeller Admont, once again skilfully brought culinary delights, personality and regional products to the plate.
A day of thanks and community
Hemmas Sunday, parish and foundation staff festival at Admont Abbey - a day of thanksgiving and fellowship
Solemnity of St Hemma
On 27 June, the Solemnity of Saint Hemma of Gurk was celebrated in the Admont Abbey Church.
Your garden. Your soul
Summer has finally arrived and we were once again able to draw on a diverse range, from tried and tested classics to exciting new products.
Gold at Decanter and champion title in Ljubljana for Slovenia's best sparkling wine
DVERI PAX - Centuries of excellence crowned once again: Gold at Decanter for Slovenia's best sparkling wine
Creative school project combines education, culture and tourism
As part of a joint cooperation project between the marketing department of Admont Abbey and the Abbey Grammar School, an innovative, interdisciplinary film project was realised that combines education, art, music and cultural heritage in a special way.
Corpus Christi 2025
On 19 June, the solemn pontifical mass took place in Admont Abbey Church on the occasion of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.
Styrian award for the Stiftskeller Admont
On Wednesday, 4 June 2025, the Red Bull Ring was transformed into a venue for true pleasure culture
Scientific evening
The lecture evening offered exciting insights into the history of our library and presented selected treasures from the digitised collection.
Ulli cooks in the Stiftskeller Admont - when cuisine meets history
The online format "Ulli cooks" is a cooperation project between the Benedictine Abbey Admont and the Stiftskeller Admont. It is an innovative platform that combines a love of cooking with the fascinating diversity of the Gesäuse region and the stories and traditions of local producers.
5th Charity Run - running for a good cause
On Thursday, 26 June 2025, the Stiftsgymnasium Admont cordially invites you to the 5th Charity Run.
Gebhardstag 2025
Today we celebrated Gebhard's Day, the memorial day in honour of our founder, Archbishop Gebhard of Salzburg, who founded Admont Abbey in 1074.
Admont Abbey is part of the Styria Tourism summer campaign
Admont Abbey is proud to be part of the Styria Tourism Summer Campaign!
Experience regionality - enjoy quality!
On Saturday, 7 June 2025, it was time again: the Gesäuse speciality market brought the culinary treasures of our homeland directly to the market square!
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Planting a monastery garden: how to...
It's hard to believe, but the monastery garden at Admont Benedictine Abbey contains around one thousand different plant species. These thrive harmoniously together in six geometrically arranged beds. Sounds good? It is!
P. Koloman Viertler OSB
After a fulfilled life as a religious and priest, the good Lord has called the Reverend Mr GR KR P. Koloman Viertler OSB Benedictine of Admont Abbey home to himself.
First Communion 2025
On Thursday, 29 May 2025, our First Communion children received the Holy Sacrament of the Eucharist for the first time
Big Band Concert 2025
Great soloists, a great atmosphere and numerous visitors made the evening an unforgettable experience.
Double ordination of priests in the collegiate church
On 18 May 2025, we were able to celebrate a very special event in the collegiate church: the solemn ordination of our two confreres Father Josef Beer and Father Petrus Dreyhaupt took place at 2 pm.
Kindergarten service 2025
The entire Admont kindergarten delighted the parish community and guests by helping to organise the event with the theme "A stone falls into the water".
Admont Abbey Library is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world
The world's largest monastery library in Admont Abbey in Styria was nominated as one of the 10 most beautiful libraries in the world by the renowned Instagram community 1000libraries with over 1.2 million followers.
Pope Leo XIV
Habemus Papam! The Abbot, the monastic community and the staff of Admont Benedictine Abbey wish the new Holy Father – Pope Leo XIV – every happiness and God’s richest blessings! copyright: ALBERTO PIZZOLI / AFP / picturedesk.com
Vespa, scooters and the Good Lord
A special two-wheeler blessing in Frauenberg an der Enns.
Photo competition at Admont Abbey
Participation: 01 May 2025 to 01 October 2025 Post your photos on Instagram or Facebook with #fotowettbewerbstiftadmont and tag us @Benediktinerstiftadmont
Pope Francis
Let us pray for him in memory of his work for our church and the world!
Blessing of food on Holy Saturday
A wonderful and powerful moment in Holy Week - the traditional blessing of food once again attracted many believers to the collegiate church this year.
Maundy Thursday
It commemorates Jesus' last supper with his disciples before he was crucified.
Further training & communication day for the foundation's apprentices
This day is not only an opportunity to learn important soft skills, but also a platform to promote dialogue and cooperation.
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Stiftsgymnasium and ENVESTA: Joining forces for the fish population in Johnsbach
Under the guidance of two fishing experts from the Gesäuse-Gstatterboden fishing association, the Danube brown trout, which had been reared since January and were barely the size of tadpoles, were divided into several buckets and released into the low-current tributaries of the Johnsbach.
Restaurant Dveri Pax - Awarded 3 toques again in Gault&Millau 2025
The Dveri Pax restaurant was once again awarded 3 toques in the current Gault&Millau 2025 - for the third time in a row. This award speaks not only for the exceptionally high quality of the cuisine, but also for the harmonious overall concept of the restaurant.
"Tattendorf Mass" in the collegiate church of Admont
On the third Sunday of Lent, the Leipzig-Leutzsch vocal ensemble provided the music for Holy Mass.
Solemnity of St Benedict and day of the collegiate parishes at Admont Abbey
For several years now, 21 March has also been the Day of the Abbey Parishes for Admont Abbey, to which many representatives of our 26 incorporated parishes came today.
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The Jubilee Year Continues
Admont Abbey is entering a new phase with the 2025 museum season, which combines past and present.
P. Jakob Auer OSB is the new Archabbot of St. Peter's
P. JAKOB AUER OSB IS THE NEW ARCHABBOT OF ST. PETER
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Admont Abbey Museum: Vernissage at the start of the season
On Wednesday, 19 March, the Admont Abbey Museum will kick off this year's museum season at 2 pm.
Photo Plates
A photo plate is a metal or glass plate coated with a negative photo emulsion.
Blessing of the Choir Chapel Organ
Abbot Gerhard blessed the new organ in a holy mass in the choir chapel of the monastery.
Musical 2025 "Flora has had enough"
The 4D class and the musical band of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont brought this year's work to the stage with great commitment and enthusiasm.
Solemnity of St. Blaise
On Monday, 3 February 2025, Holy Mass was celebrated in honour of St. Blaise, patron saint of the monastery and the collegiate church.
Diversity and a Focus on the Future: Stiftsgymnasium Offers a Wide Range of Programs for Lower and Upper Grades
In its anniversary year 2024, Stiftsgymnasium Admont sharpened its profile and will be accepting applications for the coming school year from February. It will be possible for 10 and 14-year-olds to join the new sports branch in autumn.
We can look back on a successful anniversary year
In 2024, the Benedictine Abbey of Admont celebrated its 950th anniversary. And with many highlights. The crowning glory: the live broadcast of the Christmas mass by ORF and ZDF.
Apparition of the Lord
The carol service on 6 January 2025 was once again an experience
Year-end service 2024
Family is something very precious - including the monastic family - love and friendship Peaceful New Year 2025
Christmas mass 2024
Encounters with God and fellow human beings Jesus encounters Mary and Joseph, the shepherds, the kings, the creatures (ox and donkey and the sheep, the camels) and creation
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Advent at Admont Abbey 2024
Numerous visitors: inside once again accepted the invitation to Advent at Admont Abbey in 2024
Holy Year 2025 - Pilgrims of hope
In our diocese of Graz-Seckau, there are 22 "churches of hope" that take up the themes of the Holy Year in a special way and offer numerous programmes. Bishop Wilhelm Krautwaschl has designated the Frauenberg an der Enns parish and pilgrimage church as one such "Church of Hope".
Miners' Fair 2024
Many of the faithful joined in the celebrations. The Trieben town and works band, the traditional costume association and the miners' association enriched the Holy Mass.
Convention excursion
Admont and St Paul's monks, together with the Admont Sisters, met in Gurk. St Hemma, the founder of Admont, is also the Mother of Carinthia.
Advent at Admont Abbey celebrates anniversary
Advent is the time of preparation for Christmas, the feast of the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The year 2024 offers three reasons for the Benedictine monastery of Admont to celebrate: in addition to the 950th anniversary of the monastery and the 380th anniversary of the monastery grammar school, the traditional Christmas market "Advent in Admont" is celebrating its 25th birthday.
Blessing of the Advent wreath 2024
Jesus teaches us love in hope, he gives us his light - yes, he is the light of the world! Let us remember this and write it in our hearts.
Movement Challenge 2024
The health of our employees is very important to us, which is why we recently launched an exercise initiative together with Harald Cimzar from the company lebenslang.fit.
Anniversary day of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont
"1074 - 950 years of a living monastery: I am a part of it": this was the motto of the double anniversary day of Admont Abbey Grammar School on 14 November.
13er pilgrimage in November
"When I pray the rosary, I come to rest. I reflect on some of the decisions I have to make before God and the Blessed Mother Mary. Even AI writes positively about praying the rosary."
"Star of Mission" goes to Abbot Gerhard Hafner
The Pontifical Mission Societies awarded the "EMIL" bronze donkey for the fifth time in a row
From insider tip to up-and-coming holiday destination
Museum art treasures, the world's largest monastery library and the breathtaking landscape of the national park.
Priority meeting 2024
The priors of the Austrian Benedictine monasteries came together in Admont for their annual exchange meeting. Abbot Gerhard welcomed the priors of the abbeys of Kremsmünster, Altenburg, Melk, Göttweig, Lambach, St Lambrecht, Michaelbeuern, Admont and the subprior of Maria Roggendorf.
Open day at Admont Abbey Grammar School 2024
Stiftsgymnasium provides insight into school diversity
Mission Sunday with harvest and wine festival
On Sunday, 20 October 2024, the Mission Sunday with Bishop Papia from Rwanda and the Harvest Festival took place in the collegiate church
60th birthday of Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB
On Saturday 19 October 2024, Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB celebrated a festive service with Abbot Benedikt Plank (St. Lambrecht Abbey) to mark his 60th birthday.
13er pilgrimage in October
After the festive service, an angel of peace, created by the artist monk Fr Raphael from Heiligenkreuz, was blessed in the convent garden.
Admont Abbey Grammar School presents new school branch
In addition to the language, arts and science specialisms, there will also be a sports branch from the coming school year. With a specific curriculum and a focus on alpine sports, the Stiftsgymnasium Admont is creating a unique selling point in Eastern Austria.
Invitation to the opening event of the Hannes Schwarz memorial "Counterworlds"
On Thursday, 17 October 2024, at 19:30, a series of events on the life and work of the artist and thinker Hannes Schwarz will kick off at Kunsthaus Weiz.
On 6 October, Prior Maximilian was accepted into the historical section of the Benedictine Academy in Salzburg
On 6 October 2024, Prior Maximilian was accepted into the historical section of the Benedictine Academy Salzburg
Kleine Zeitung Primus Business Stage Vienna 2024
"Economic success and sustainable responsibility - can companies achieve both?"
Deacon ordination of Fr Josef Beer O.S.B. and Fr Petrus Dreyhaupt O.S.B.
"God has chosen you today to be deacons"
Temporary profession and silver jubilee of profession
In the 950th anniversary year, Brother Benedikt Nemeth took his simple vows for three years on 27 September into the hands of Abbot Gerhard Hafner
Working in a holiday paradise
The field of activity for employees is as diverse as the landscape that surrounds the Benedictine Abbey of Admont. Those who relocate to Admont work in the heart of an up-and-coming holiday region at the gateway to the Gesäuse National Park.
Stiftskeller Admont: Successful start for new tenant
On 19 March 2024, the Stiftskeller started this year's museum season with its new tenant Ulrich Matlschweiger. And it has been a success: "We've enjoyed an enormous rush of guests," says Matlschweiger, summarising the past few months.
Holy Mass on Sunday
We as a Christian family should also listen to the word of God.
10th Admonter Lautenherbst
In this jubilee autumn of lutes, three extraordinary concerts have been able to inspire an interested audience.
AWC Vienna: Gold and silver for Dveri Pax
The winery of the Benedictine monastery in Admont can celebrate a veritable shower of medals. Dveri Pax was awarded two gold and five silver medals at the largest officially recognised wine evaluation in the world.
Silver jubilee of profession Fr Johannes Aichinger
In the midday service on 4 September, Fr Johannes renewed his profession on the occasion of his silver jubilee.
St Stephen's Cathedral Vienna on Discover Culture
85 tours and cultural films, 122 digital rooms. Discover-Culture offers immersive visits to numerous sights from the comfort of your own home.
Diocesan Bishop Hermann Glettler
The diocesan bishop of Innsbruck, Hermann Glettler, celebrated Sunday Mass with many of the faithful on 25 August 2024 in the collegiate church in Admont. He reflected with us on the fact that we Christians should make a new decision for Christ every day.
Assumption of Mary - 15 August 2024
Bishop Benno Elbs from Vorarlberg celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven in our abbey church on 15 August. We were a large worshipping community and the traditional blessing of herbs was also given. God shows in Mary what he has planned for us.
Monastery market days at Admont Abbey 2024 Review
Last weekend, from 9-11 August 2024, the traditional monastery market days took place in the Rosarium of Admont Abbey.
13er pilgrimage in August
Abbot Johannes von Seckau preached about praying the rosary.
Holy Mass on Sunday
Very pleasing: so many altar servers and fellow celebrants on a normal Sunday!
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PVE Admont expands to include three specialisms
In order to be able to offer even more comprehensive healthcare, the range of services is now being expanded to include three specialist areas, namely a psychosocial counselling centre.
13er pilgrimage on 13 July 2024
Abbot Philipp Helm OCist from Rein Abbey celebrated the Marian pilgrimage with us last Saturday
Solemnity of St Benedict 2024 (Patron Saint of Europe)
This year, the Admont Benedictines celebrated the Solemnity of St. Benedict, Patron Saint of Europe - 11 July 2024 - in the Frauenberg pilgrimage church
Perpetual profession of frater Petrus Dreyhaupt OSB
Last Sunday we were delighted to celebrate the perpetual (solemn) profession of Fr Peter Dreyhaupt.
Lebenshilfe Ennstal visits the museum
We often welcome Lebenshilfe Ennstal to our museum - as we have done in the past few days.
6A class visit to the museum and church tower
Great museum visit by the 6A class of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont under the excellent guidance of Frater Benedikt.
Parish and Abbey Staff Festival 2024
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont celebrated its parish and staff party in glorious sunshine with numerous guests and employees in the Rosarium.
Hemma Sunday 2024
"Holy Hemma, hear our plea, let us see you as an example of faith! How you helped, help our time, mother of the country and advocate today!"
DVERI PAX scores at World Wine Awards
The wines from Dveri Pax won eight silver medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
Marian life in Admont Abbey 2024
Middle High German oratorio for soloists, choir, children's choir, orchestra and organ
New special stamp 950 years of Admont Abbey
To mark the 950th anniversary of its foundation, Österreichische Post AG will issue a new special stamp on 27 June 2024 showing the most famous room of Admont Abbey.
Together for a successful future worth living
For the Admont region, the monastery with its diverse businesses is an indispensable, agile economic and creative driver.
Admont Abbey: Anniversary is also an anniversary of regional development
In addition to the development of a tourist infrastructure, the Benedictine monastery and its business enterprises create regional added value and numerous jobs. How Christian social teaching became the economic engine of an entire region.
World premiere of the oratorio "Marienleben"
The oratorio for soloists, choir, children's choir, orchestra and organ will be performed for the first time on Sunday, 23 June 2024 at 19:00 as the musical highlight of the "950 years of Admont Abbey" anniversary year.
Corpus Christi 2024
Yesterday we celebrated the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Together with numerous organisations from the town of Admont and many of the faithful, we carried Jesus in the form of the bread in the monstrance through the streets of our town.
New management at Admont Abbey Museum
After more than 20 years of successful museum work at Admont Abbey, Michael Braunsteiner, who as artistic director played a key role in shaping the profile of the museum in the Upper Styrian Enns Valley, has retired. The retirement was taken by Admont Abbey as an opportunity to reorganise the management of the museum.
Admont Abbey to Host Scientific Symposium
The founder of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont, Archbishop Gebhard of Salzburg, is the focus of the academic conference taking place from 14 to 15 June in the Upper Styrian abbey. All interested parties are invited to attend free of charge.
Concert "IMAGO of dreaming and waking" in the Admont Abbey Church
The effect of music on us and its ability to stimulate our dreams, visions and imagination is an infinite power.
Big Band concert at the Stiftsgymnasium Admont
A musical journey through time can be experienced at the end of May in the large ballroom of Admont Abbey Grammar School.
13er pilgrimage on 13 May 2024
Tonight we celebrated the 13er pilgrimage again with the request for spiritual vocations.
Over 50 Vespa on the Frauenberg
The Prior of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont, Fr Maximilian Schiefermüller, invited guests to a very special blessing and many enthusiastic cyclists accepted the invitation on the Frauenberg.
Abbot Gerhard Hafner interim administrator of St Paul's Abbey
Gerhard Hafner OSB, Abbot of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont, was appointed interim administrator of the Benedictine Abbey of St. Paul im Lavanttal on 6 May 2024.
Special Guided Tours of the Abbey Fire 2024
Thursday, 27 April 1865, in the afternoon. A fire breaks out in a farm building in the centre of Admont.
Vespa, scooters and the Good Lord
A special two-wheeler blessing in Frauenberg an der Enns.
Meet & Greet with LR. Dr Kornhäusl at the PVE Admont 2024
Admont, 10.4.24. More than 180 days ago, the Admont Health Centre opened its doors with the new operator Diakonissen PVE (Primary Care Unit) GmbH.
Press conference on "950 years of Admont Abbey" in Vienna
Admont Abbey hosted a press conference in Vienna on Friday, 5 April 2024 as part of Styria Spring 2024.
Admont Abbey mourns the death of Abbot Primate emeritus Dr Notker Wolf OSB
On the evening of 2 April 2024, Abbot Primate Emeritus Notker Wolf passed away.
Good Friday 2024
It is finished! And he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.
Maundy Thursday 2024
In today's Mass of the Last Supper, Abbot Gerhard emphasised in his sermon the virtue of love, which is expressed through the washing of the feet.
Season start nursery 2024
Next Tuesday, 02 April 2024, we will open our nursery again.
Palm Sunday 2024
With Palm Sunday today, we have entered the celebration of the holy week.
Ars Antiqua Austria in the Admont Abbey Church
On the evening of 21 March 2024, the only Catholic Passion oratorio was performed in our collegiate church.
Solemnity of St Benedict and Day of the Abbey's Parishes
Last Thursday, we celebrated the Solemnity of our religious father Benedict. Following the festive service, all participants were invited to a get-together in our large banqueting hall.
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Abbey Museum Opens Special Exhibition to Mark Jubilee
To mark its 950th anniversary, the Abbey Museum is presenting top-class special exhibitions, which were opened today, Tuesday, 19 March 2024, in the presence of Abbot Gerhard Hafner, Education Minister Martin Polaschek, Governor Christopher Drexler and Provincial Councillor Ursula Lackner after the celebration of Mass.
13er pilgrimage on 13 March 2024
Yesterday evening, Abbot Nikolaus Thiel OCist from Schlierbach Abbey celebrated the monthly pilgrimage with us in the abbey church. On the 13th of each month, we celebrate a pilgrimage Mass with a candlelight procession.
Appointment as Spiritual Counsellor
On Wednesday, 13 March 2024, our confrere Fr Michael Robitschko OSB received recognition as a Spiritual Counsellor.
Admont Abbey mourns the loss of Archbishop emeritus Alois Kothgasser
The former Archbishop of Salzburg, Alois Kothgasser, went home to God on the evening of 22 February 2024.
10 years of "Business meets school"
Young skilled workers are a company's potential for the future. This is one reason why Admonter has been training motivated young people who want to become part of the company with passion and skill in various interesting specialisms for 10 years.
Career day at Admont Abbey Grammar School 2024
We presented the variety of job and apprenticeship opportunities in the abbey businesses.
Ash Wednesday 2024
With today's Ash Wednesday, we have entered the Easter penitential season.
Monthly Pilgrimage on 13 February 2024
Tonight we celebrated the 13th pilgrimage with Abbot Petrus Pilsinger OSB from Seitenstetten Abbey.
Artist creates unique piece for Admont Abbey Church
On Ash Wednesday, 14 February, the Lenten cloth by artist Lisa Huber will be blessed at 18:30 in the Abbey Church in Admont as part of the Ash Wednesday service.
Musical "PLATSCH - a mobile phone for the fish!" at Admont Abbey Grammar School
The musical was successfully performed in the large ballroom of the Stiftsgymnasium Admont.
Blasiussunday 2024
With the participation of many of the faithful, first communion children and confirmation candidates, we celebrated the solemn pontifical mass in honour of St. Blasius on 4 February.
Solemnity of St Blasius 2024
On 3 February, we celebrated the patron saint of our collegiate and parish church, St. Blaise, in a festive service.
Candlemas 2024
The solemn service on the evening of the feast of the Presentation of the Lord, Candlemas, began with the closing of the cot.
Election day of Abbot Gerhard 2024
On 25 January 2017, Abbot Gerhard was elected the 68th abbot of Admont Abbey. To mark the occasion, the prior and convent once again organised a festive service in the abbey church this year.
Blessing of the new choir chapel 2024
Yesterday we celebrated the blessing of our new choir chapel in a small, festive setting.
Pilgrimage Mass 2024
Pilgrimage mass with Abbot Maximilian, organised by the singing and playing group from Großlobming
Feast of the Epiphany - Three Kings 2024
Yesterday we celebrated the conclusion of this year's carol singing campaign in the parish of Admont with all the carol singers during the pontifical mass for the Feast of the Epiphany - Three Kings.
Appointment of Fr Markus as acolyte 2024
At today's solemn Covent Mass at the altar of the cot in our collegiate church, Fr Markus was appointed acolyte.
Admont Abbey celebrates anniversary year
In 2024, Admont Abbey will celebrate its 950th anniversary. Instead of one big event, the celebrations will take place over the whole of next year.
Stiftskeller Admont: New tenant, new offer
Ulrich Matlschweiger takes over the Stiftskeller in Admont. The long-standing operator of the "Hoamat" restaurant wants to reinterpret the Stiftskeller's cuisine and expand it with his own creations, such as Ennstal Styrian cheese soup.
Blessing of the Advent wreath 2023
Blessing of the Advent wreaths in Admont Abbey Church
Christmas tree for the ORF Centre
Admont Abbey donated the Christmas tree, blessed by Abbot Gerhard Hafner.
Holy Mass was organised by the youth choir and children's choir
Holy Mass organised by the youth group and the children's choir.
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Health is only possible together
PVE in Admont sets new standards and introduces you to its team.
Settling in a museum too
As part of the preparations for the upcoming anniversary year "950 years of Admont Abbey", the Museum of Art History will be relocated from the first floor to the ground floor.
Abbot and convent mourn the loss of Father Josef Fötsch
The wake will take place today, Monday, 13 October 2023 at 6.00 pm in the collegiate church.
St Martin's Day 2023
We celebrated St Martin's Day with the kindergarten children in the collegiate church.
Admont Abbey wins PR Image Award
The race for the best PR images in the German-speaking world has been decided: Admont Benedictine Abbey wins this year's PR Image Award in the tourism category.
All Saints' Day / All Souls' Day 2023
We celebrated Holy Mass followed by the blessing of the graves.
Mountain fair 2023
On the bank holidays, the mountain mass was celebrated at the cross on the Kalblinggatterl.
Open day 2023
A brief insight into the "Open Day 2023" at Admont Abbey Grammar School.
You have to celebrate the festivals as they fall
We wish our Lord Abbot Gerhard all the best and God's richest blessing on his birthday today!
Holy Mass organised by MGV Ehrenhausen
On Sunday 15 October, the MGV Ehrenhausen played an impressive part in the Holy Mass.
Assignment of Fr Markus as lector and Fr Georg as acolyte
The solemn commissioning of Fr Markus as a lector and Fr Georg as an acolyte
Blessing of the Angel of Peace in the convent garden
A peace sail by the artist monk Fr Raphael Statt OCist from Heiligenkreuz Abbey.
Three music clubs for a project close to our hearts
Three music clubs join forces for a project close to their hearts.
Clothing of frater Benedikt 2023
A new novice in our monastery! Benedek Nemeth was clothed as an Admont Benedictine at vespers on 10 October 2023.
New publications at Admont Abbey
The fire of 1865 and the rebuilding of the Styrian Benedictine monastery of Admont. A contribution to fire disasters in Central European monasteries and their effects.
Thanksgiving 2023
On Sunday, 8 October 2023, we celebrated our harvest festival in Admont Abbey Church.
Trial hanging of the Lenten cloth 2024
Last week, the trial hanging of Lisa Huber's Lenten cloth took place in Admont Abbey Church.
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PVE Deaconesses Admont from October 2023
As of today, the new team at PVE Diakonissen Admont welcomes its first patients.
Consecration day of the collegiate and parish church 2023
Today we celebrated the consecration day in our collegiate church!
Marvel, Coca Cola and Admont Abbey: star photographers at a shoot in the monastery library
The world elite of photographic art met for a joint shoot in Admont's Abbey Library. The Kando trip was organised by camera specialist Sony.
Remodelling work at Admont Abbey
We are pleased to inform you that remodelling work has begun at the Admont Abbey Flower House.
A triple restart of Admont Abbey for the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
A threefold restart took place at a festive service in the Frauenberg pilgrimage church.
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Healthcare in Admont
The question of primary healthcare in Admont has been on the minds of the population for many weeks.
New apprentices 2023
We are delighted to welcome four new apprentices to our company today.
Iron profession anniversary
Yesterday, during Vespers, the two of them renewed their vows as part of the first Vespers of the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary.
We are investing in apprenticeship training in 2023
We invest in apprentice training! Mrs Sarah Stadlauer is our first office apprentice and will complete her apprenticeship in the various abbey operations and departments.
PR Image Award 2023: Admont Abbey nominated three times
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont is in the running for the best PR image in the German-speaking world. Online voting has already begun.
Holy Mass on the Bremstein 2023
The Liesingtal parish association celebrated Holy Mass on the Bremstein in glorious weather.
DU & DAS STIFT
This is what we call the day that the pupils of the 1st grade of our Stiftsgymnasium Admont spend in our house in the last week of school.
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Long-term solution secured for the Admont health centre
PVE Diakonissen GmbH (in formation) will provide care from autumn 2023. This was decided by the Styrian Health Platform on 16 June 2023.
Ordination of Fr Matthew Konieczny OSB
"It is wonderful that we can accept and celebrate a vocation," said Bishop Wilhelm Krautwaschl today at the ordination of our Fr Matthew. We are happy with and about our new priest.
Admont Abbey - one of the largest employers in the region
Around 500 employees work for the Benedictine Abbey of Admont and its companies. As a reliable employer, the abbey also endeavours to invest in apprenticeship training in all areas of the abbey and to expand apprenticeship training, according to the abbey's HR department.
Floriani service 2023
The Admont, Hall, Weng and Johnsbach fire brigades celebrated the St Florian's Day service together, with the Admont/Hall and Weng bands providing the musical accompaniment.
Restaurant Dveri-Pax receives three toques
Head chef Gregor Šagi impressed with his bold interpretations of Slovenian cuisine: the Dveri-Pax restaurant was awarded three toques by Gault & Millau.
Abbey library makes Styria a popular holiday destination
The monastery library in Admont inspires fans worldwide on the Internet. This is not only bearing fruit in Admont.
Subprior Fr Thomas appointed Spiritual Counsellor
Bishop Wilhelm Krautwaschl has appointed our Fr Thomas as a Spiritual Councillor for his services to the Church in Styria.
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Medical care secured for Admont
The team at the Liezen Health Centre will provide general medical care in Admont from 11 April 2023.
Simple profession of Fr Markus Kraemer OSB
On his 29th birthday on 21 March 2023, frater Markus Kraemer took his temporary vows for three years into the hands of Abbot Gerhard Hafner.
Family Fast Day
The Family Fast Day service was organised by many women from the parish.
Marian pilgrimage on 13 February
The Tri-Harmonie music group helped to organise the Mass.
Caroling campaign
Love of God and love of neighbour are put into practice during carol singing.
Requiem for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Requiem of the Admont Convent for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Obituary Pope Benedict XVI.
With deep gratitude, we join the many millions of people in praying for +Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
The Green Plate in the Admont Abbey kitchen
Yesterday, the "Green Plate" award from Styria Vitalis was presented to the kitchen of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont in the Small Festival Hall.
Carol singing campaign of the Admont parish
Christus mansionem benedicat - Christ bless this house
Abbot Gerhard endows perpetual memorial on 14 November 2022
Abbot Gerhard donated a perpetual memorial to the Admont nuns.
Church service on 06.11.2022
On Sunday, 06.11.2022, the Langenwang choir (Nix4unguat) took part in the Holy Mass.
High visits to Abbot Gerhard
Bishop Bernard Fansaka (Congo) and Archbishop Volodymyr (Ukraine) visit Abbot Gerhard
All Saints' Day / All Souls' Day
From the abbot's sermon: Life motto of St Hedwig: Let us never tire of doing good. Therefore, as long as we have time, let us do good to all people!
Admont Abbey Grammar School starts cooperation
Shortly before the start of the autumn holidays, the pupils of the upper school of Stiftsgymnasium Admont were able to get in the mood for winter.
Ordination as deacon of P. Matthäus Konieczny OSB on 23 October 2022
A new deacon in the Admont monastic community
Bell consecration by Abbot Gerhard in Arbing/Mühlviertel on 01.10.2022
Bell consecration by Abbot Gerhard in Arbing/Mühlviertel on Saturday, 01.10.2022. Some confreres and the Alto Monte choir organised the Holy Mass
Harvest festival parish Bad St. Leonhard/Carinthia on 25/09/2022
Abbot Gerhard celebrated Thanksgiving in the parish of Bad St. Leonhard/Carinthia on 25 September 2022 and then took part in the EU talks on the future.
WALKING TRIP on 13 SEPTEMBER 2022
The main celebrant, Fr Ulrich, preached on the Sorrows of Mary (Pieta, the dead Jesus in the womb of the Blessed Mother Mary)
Styria. Roas - Holy Mass on 04 September 2022
More than 400 people took part in the service!
We also have three school starters - Fr Vincent, Fr Peter and Fr Matthew
School year 2022/2023
Kalwang parish celebrates centenary event
332-year-old Oswaldi bell back in Kalwang after necessary restoration work
Monastery market days in Admont Abbey
After a break due to the coronavirus, the monastery market days were able to take place again this year. Around 50 exhibitors presented their products from 12 to 14 August in the Rosarium of Admont Benedictine Abbey.
Pilgrimage on 13 July 2022
From the sermon: <br> Peace – with God<br> – with our fellow human beings<br> – with oneself<br> Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Peace
Hemmatag 2022
Solemnity of St Hemma of Gurk<br> Founder Admonts<br> Mother of Carinthia
Corpus Christi at Admont Abbey
This year's Corpus Christi was once again celebrated with a worthy procession:. As Christians, we hold a peaceful demonstration and follow our Lord Jesus Christ!
Pilgrimage on 13 June 2022
Here are some impressions of the pilgrimage on 13 June 2022
Chapel on Frauenberg was the victim of vandalism
Another act of vandalism against church buildings
Garden exhibition at Admont Abbey
A garden exhibition will take place at Admont Abbey from 4 to 6 June 2022.
Holy Mass organised by the children's choir
On Saturday, 21 May, the children's choir took part in the Holy Mass with a May devotion.
Conference "Culture and Memoria"
"Culture and Memoria" - The Styrian Admont Abbey and European Benedictine monasticism.
Holy Mass organised by the Big Band
Last Sunday, the Big Band of our Stiftsgymnasium played at the Holy Mass. Here are a few impressions.
Marian pilgrimage on 13 May 2022 with preacher P. Egon Homann
On 13 May 2022, a Marian pilgrimage with a candlelight procession took place in the collegiate church. The pilgrimage was organised by the Bad Wimsbach singing group.
Miners' fair 2022
The miners' mass was a gift for all those who joined in the celebrations.
Tourist evening and museum day at Admont Abbey
Action week at Admont Benedictine Abbey
Kalwang parish church sprayed with Nazi symbols and anti-religious words
Kalwang parish church sprayed with Nazi symbols and anti-religious words!
Admont Abbey and LightCyde GmbH honoured with "Maecenas"
A "best practice - in economically and culturally challenging times"
Prior Fr Maximilian appointed Spiritual Counsellor
Prior P. Maximilian appointed as Spiritual Counsellor.
Happy and blessed Easter
Christ has truly risen from the dead! Hallelujah! With our new convent photo we would like to wish you a happy and blessed Easter!
Easter Vigil at Admont Abbey
This is the night that separates all who believe in Christ from the vices of the world, snatches them from the misery of sin, leads them home into the kingdom of grace and incorporates them into the holy church.
Good Friday at Admont Abbey
Jesus' death on the cross - the greatest proof of love ever given!
Maundy Thursday at Admont Abbey
From our abbot's sermon on Maundy Thursday: "Celebrating the Eucharist (Holy Mass) and practising charity are intimately connected."
The Holy Days and Easter at Admont Abbey
We cordially invite you to join us in celebrating the days of Holy Week and Easter in Admont!
International conference "Culture and Memoria"
from 18 to 20 May 2022 at Admont Abbey
Be-weg-te days of reflection at the Benedictine Abbey of Admont 2022
"YOU create a wide space for my steps" (Psalm 18:37)
Palm Sunday at Admont Abbey
After a two-year break due to the pandemic, we were finally able to celebrate Palm Sunday normally again.
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Clothing of Brother Markus Kraemer OSB
Thilo Kraemer was clothed by Abbot Gerhard Hafner at Vespers on Passion Sunday on 3 April in Admont Abbey Church.
With the monks through Lent... (Part 4)
Our Father Subprior talks about Lent.
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Solemn profession of Brother Matthäus Konieczny OSB
On the Solemnity of the Homecoming of our Father Benedict, 21 March, Brother Matthäus Konieczny took his solemn vows in the Admont Collegiate Church.
Admont Abbey Museum opens special exhibitions on 19 March
Styrian roots connect...
With the monks through Lent... (Part 3)
Our Frater Petrus speaks on the subject of Lent.
Foundation magazine "PAX" and museum newspaper 2022 available
PAX and Museum Journal 2022 now available online!
With the monks through Lent... (Part 2)
Our Brother Peter speaks on the subject of Lent.
Admont Abbey cares for refugees and launches donation campaign
The Benedictine monastery in Admont is providing free flats for people who have fled Ukraine. The monastery is also launching an appeal for donations for the local population.
Ash Wednesday at Admont Abbey
From the abbot's sermon: "There are many things in life that we are glad to get rid of. In the sacrament of confession, we have the opportunity to get rid of the burdens of our lives with the love and mercy of God."
Blasiustag 2022
This year, too, we celebrated the Solemnity of our monastery patron saint.
Election day of our Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB.
On 25 January 2022, the feast of the Conversion of the Apostle Paul, our Abbot Gerhard Hafner OSB celebrates his election day. Exactly five years ago, the monks of the Benedictine Abbey of Admont elected him as the 68th abbot and father of the community.
Carol singers of the Admont parish
Christus mansionem bendicat - Christ bless this house
Church services at Christmas
A warm invitation to the Christmas services at Admont Abbey Church
Carol singing campaign in the parish of Admont
Unfortunately, it is not yet possible for the carol singers to go from house to house this year.
Fr Matthew appointed acolyte
Today in the convent mass, Abbot Gerhard appointed our confrere Fr Matthew as an acolyte. An important step towards Holy Orders.
Does faith promote resilience
The answer is yes. Mental resilience is not only inherited, it can also be moulded. A key resilience factor is faith.
Advent, Advent, a little light is burning
First one, then two, then three, then four, then the Christ Child is at the door. Which saints Christians remember during Advent and which customs accompany the pre-Christmas period.
Advent at Admont Abbey unfortunately cancelled
Christmas market Admont cancelled
Abbot Gerhard – 25 years as parish priest of Admont
On Christ the King Sunday, the parish of Admont celebrated a special anniversary. Abbot Gerhard has held the office of parish priest of Admont for 25 years.
Profession anniversary of Fr Bernhard Menzel OSB
60 years ago, our Fr Bernhard made his profession in our house.
All Souls' Day at Admont Abbey
"All Souls' Day is the emergency of Easter!" (Abbot Mag. Gerhard Hafner OSB)
General Chapter meets at Admont Abbey
General Chapter of the Austrian Benedictine Congregation meets at Admont Abbey
Harvest festival at Admont Abbey
We are surrounded - thanks be to God - on all paths - thanks be to God - by his blessing - thanks be to God!
Admont Abbey honoured once again
Award of the Austrian Museum Seal of Quality for the Admont Abbey Museum.
Anniversary of the church consecration
The anniversary of the church consecration took place on 28 September.
Stability and security for almost 950 years
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont is one of the twenty oldest organisations in the world. *) It is even the fourth oldest in the manufacturing sector.
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Simple profession of Brother Petrus Dreyhaupt OSB
Simple profession of Brother Petrus Dreyhaupt OSB
Temporary profession fr. Petrus Dreyhaupt OSB
Our confrere Fr Peter will commit himself to our Benedictine community of Admont for 3 years with his temporary profession
Solemn profession of Fr Rupert Schwarz OSB
Today, Sunday 29 August 2021, our Fr Rupert joined our Benedictine community in Admont forever!
Theme week Solemn profession of St Rupert
One week from today, our Fr Rupert will make his solemn (perpetual) profession. We use this term to describe vows for life. In the coming week, we want to take a closer look at this as part of a theme week and give you an insight into this celebration.
Solemn profession of Fr Rupert Schwarz OSB
With his solemn profession, Fr Rupert will commit himself to our community for life.
With shield and sword: experience the Middle Ages at Admont Abbey!
Discover the exciting Middle Ages: The summer programme of the Admont Abbey Museum takes children back to the Middle Ages
Silk heritage
The entire splendour of the Baroque style period seems to unfold on the Christmas vestment. It was used as a chasuble for centuries. Today it is a museum exhibit.
Silver jubilee of Abbot em. Bruno
We celebrated this anniversary day with a pontifical vespers and a cosy evening.
Fr Vincent's monastery first Mass
On 25 July 2021, our new priest Fr Vincent celebrated his monastic first Mass in our collegiate church.
Monastery primacy of Fr Vinzenz Schager OSB
Today, our new priest Fr Vincent celebrated his monastic first Mass in our collegiate church.
Green transport for the region
Admont Abbey launches e-car sharing! The declared aim is to set up an e-car sharing platform in the greater Admont area.
Digital cultural platform conquers Europe
New partners, new name: cultour.digital has become Discover Culture. The online platform for networking and marketing cultural institutions goes beyond Austria's borders for the first time and can also gain a foothold in Germany.
Priestly ordination
Impressions of the priestly ordination of Fr Vinzenz Schager O.S.B.
Priestly ordination theme week
On the occasion of Fr Vincent's ordination to the priesthood, we are taking a closer look at priestly ordination in a themed week.
P. Vinzenz Schager OSB ordained priest
Diocesan Bishop Wilhelm Krautwaschl came to the Benedictine monastery in Admont for the first time - a "premiere" - to confer the sacrament of priestly ordination: The date was the afternoon of 4 July, and the candidate for ordination was Deacon Fr Vinzenz Schager.
Golden jubilee of a priest
Golden jubilee of Abbot em. Bruno - Solemnity of our Holy Foundress Hemma of Gurk.
Golden jubilee of Abbot em. Bruno
Golden jubilee of Abbot em. Bruno - Solemnity of our patron saint Hemma of Gurk
Cultural marketing
Admont Abbey achieves international breakthrough in cultural marketing.
Admont Abbey achieves international breakthrough in cultural marketing
A co-operation with the Foreign Ministry opens the doors to the world's largest monastery library and the Museum of Contemporary Art at Admont Abbey.
Official opening of the 2021 special exhibition
Official opening of the special exhibition "WE FRIEDRICH III AND MAXIMILIAN I"
Admont Abbey starts museum season with unique special exhibitions
"Long live diversity"...
Pre-opening of the Abbey Library
On 17 and 18 April 2021 we will open the doors to the Abbey Library again
Admont Abbey strengthens Styrian tourism
Thanks to the increasing popularity of the world's largest monastery library, Admont is now also establishing itself as a popular tourist destination in Eastern Europe, Asia and the USA. The whole of Styria is benefiting from this positive development.
DISCOVER CULTURE: LAUNCH OF GLOBAL ALLIANCE OF MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS
The Benedictine Abbey of Admont and the digitisation specialists at LightCyde have created a unique platform.
Admont Abbey presents new cultural platform
Global pioneering project "cultour.digital" is presented
Oldest cake recipe in the world
The oldest surviving recipe for a "Linzer Torte" dates back to the 17th century, making it the oldest known cake recipe in the world.
Another success for the Stiftsische Weingut
GOLD AGAIN AT THE WORLD WINE AWARDS for the Benedictine Abbey of Admont and Dveri Pax - title defence in London.
New wine bottle design for the foundation's wines
Contemporary works of art from the abbey collection and sacred textiles are the models for the new label line of the Dveri-Pax winery owned by Admont Abbey.
The Gold Medal of Honour for DI Helmuth Neuner
On 5 November, the Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold of the Province of Styria was awarded to a total of 22 personalities in Graz.
The Stiftsgymnasium opens its doors
Admont Abbey Grammar School cordially invites all interested parties to this year's "Open Day" on Friday 29 November from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Oktoberfest with retirement party for Gabi Eckmann
Gabi Eckmann also retired at this year's Oktoberfest!
Cooking & baking in the care home
The St Benedikt nursing home was recently busy cooking and baking.
Residents' excursion to the museum on World Alzheimer's Day
On World Alzheimer's Day, 21 September 2019, the residents went on an excursion to the museum at Admont Abbey!
Harvest festival in Frauenberg
A traditional harvest festival with harvest crown and bushes was celebrated in the St Benedikt nursing home!
Wine festival and open day at the museum
Admont Benedictine Abbey is a place of faith, art, literature and enjoyment. Anyone who steps inside will soon find themselves in the "eighth wonder of the world"…
Healthy and energised for the new school year
The school buffet at Admont Abbey Grammar School has been completely reorganised and from now on healthy snacks "sweeten" the school day for pupils and teachers.
Parish festival in Trieben
On Trinity Sunday, 16 June 2019, the annual parish festival took place in Trieben, with a festive service performed by the Trieben choir.
Admont Abbey now also represented on "Flickr
Admont Benedictine Abbey has also been on Flickr since June 2019.
Take part in the holiday programme for young museum visitors
This makes a visit to the museum a real experience for children!
DVERI PAX wins gold
Gold for the Styrian monks' winery at the world's most important wine award
The bear is on the loose in the museum
Family days at the museum of Admont Abbey
DVERI PAX & Co: The new stars on the wine lists come from Slovenia
The successful Dveri Pax winery hosted the KALK&KEGEL bootcamp on the topic of Slovenia.
Axel Zwingenberger LIVE at Admont Abbey
An exceptional artist as a guest at Admont Benedictine Abbey.
Admont Abbey brings top speakers to the region
Stefan Verra - one of the most sought-after body language experts is coming to Admont.
Mother's Day campaign in the museum of Admont Abbey
Mother's Day at the museum: the world's largest monastery library, free admission for ladies, Mother's Day offers, wine promotions, and much more.
Wolfgang Moser put on a top-class magic show
One of the best magicians in the world enchanted around 440 spectators at Admont Abbey last Saturday.
Museum opening 2019
Art without borders at Admont Abbey Museum Exhibition "Play Art!" connects blind and sighted people
Open day at the monastery nursery
On Saturday, 27 April 2019 from 08:00 to 18:00, the Open Day of the Abbey Nursery in Admont will take place.
Of Abrogans and Nibelungs
New exhibition catalogue "Of Abrogans and Nibelungs" available!
Next award for Admont Abbey
Admont Abbey was voted the TOP group destination for 2018
100 Admont manuscripts online
In 2016, 100 medieval manuscripts from the collection at Admont Abbey were digitised in a complex process that was gentle on the old materials.
Sensational find: Admont abrogans
During digitisation work in 2012, Dr Martin Haltrich, then working at the Austrian Academy of Sciences, discovered a Carolingian fragment containing Old High German words.
Collection photographers Köpcke & Weinhold
For the 2016 exhibition season, the collection photographers Sebastian Köpcke and Volker Weinhold were invited to photograph objects from the natural history collection in the right light.