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?
In the case of the Adventure holidays at Admont Abbey from 24 to 28 August inclusive Our staff’s children were able to find out exactly that. For five days, it was all about discovering, trying things out, marvelling, making new friends – and, above all, having lots of fun together.
Get to know the abbey in a completely different way
The focus of the adventure holidays was on introducing the children to the great diversity of our organisation and the various areas and businesses run by the foundation in a playful way.
And there was plenty to discover: Brother Markus provided fascinating insights into life in the monastery, showed the children the nativity scene and explained what a Benedictine monk’s daily routine is like. In the Museum workshop creative work was carried out and in the Abbey School It gave us the chance to experience school from a completely different perspective.
In the Admont timber industry There was lots of crafting, sawing and tinkering – and, whilst they were at it, the children learnt just what can be made from wood.
And at Ulli’s, it wasn’t just in the Abbey cellar not just a delicious meal, but on the Sportalm …and a pizza-making course: from beginner to pizza chef!
From snow groomers to producing our own podcast
Of course, our family paradise was also included Kaiserau A must-do. The cycling training and the archery that followed called for concentration and accuracy. A particular highlight was the Pistenbully experience: getting to see that mighty machine up close, the one that ensures perfect slopes in winter!
Things also got exciting at the ENVESTA. The focus here was on the question: How do we actually generate electricity? Technology and energy were explained in a clear and child-friendly way.
In the Abbey nursery Our young explorers set off into the countryside. Here, they were able to experience first-hand just how varied the work of our gardeners is. Together, they discovered different plants, flowers and trees, asked fascinating questions and, of course, had a go themselves. It soon became clear that behind the well-tended green spaces around Admont Abbey lies a wealth of knowledge, experience and daily hard work.
And because a grand house like Admont Abbey naturally also requires Communication and Marketing Afterwards, the children quickly swapped roles and became little media pros themselves. Together with our company’s marketing team, they learnt how a podcast is created, how interviews are conducted and recordings produced, and what matters when speaking into a microphone.
A hands-on look at farming to round off the programme
To round off the day on Friday, the group visited the Kettner family’s farm. There, the children were able to experience farming first-hand, get to know the animals and the day-to-day operations, and learn just how much work, knowledge and responsibility goes into running a farm.
And so came to an end a week in which we experienced, learnt, laughed and tried out an incredible amount.
Thank you for a brilliant week!
A huge thank you to all the children who took part with such enthusiasm, curiosity and warmth. You made this adventure holiday something truly special!
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all staff members, carers and all the departments, organisations and families involved, who took the time to prepare programmes, share their knowledge and support the children throughout these days.
Five days. Lots of new experiences. New friendships. Plenty of action. And, hopefully, memories that will last a long time.
