Treffen der Prioren der österreichischen Benediktinerkongregation
Treffen der Prioren der österreichischen Benediktinerkongregation: In dieser Woche trafen sich im Benediktinerstift Altenburg die Prioren von Altenburg, Melk, Göttweig, Lambach, St. Lambrecht, Seitenstetten, Michaelbeuern und Schottenstift sowie die Subprioren von Maria Roggendorf und Gut Aich.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Renewal of Sr Blessing’s professions
Renewal of Sr Blessing’s professions for one year
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.
Hemmasonntag 2026
On Hemma Sunday, the congregation at Admont Abbey celebrated a service in memory of Saint Hemma of Gurk.
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.
Corpus Christi 2026
We show ourselves and others who we follow: Jesus Christ.
Kindergarten service 2026
On Sunday 31 May, the Admont kindergarten and the Madrigal Choir from Zell am See helped to celebrate Holy Mass.
Meeting of priests with Auxiliary Bishop Johannes
Auxiliary Bishop Johannes visited the priests of the Ennstal and Ausseerland regions.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Red Wednesday
Red Wednesday is a day of remembrance and action celebrated annually in November by the Catholic Church and various Christian organisations.
Young People's Mass
We have beautiful churches, but the real church is us baptised people - living building blocks of the church.
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.
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.
Scientific evening
The lecture evening offered exciting insights into the history of our library and presented selected treasures from the digitised collection.
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!
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
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.
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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.
Blessing of the Choir Chapel Organ
Abbot Gerhard blessed the new organ in a holy mass in the choir chapel of the monastery.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
Holy Mass on Sunday
We as a Christian family should also listen to the word of God.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!"
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.
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.
Vespa, scooters and the Good Lord
A special two-wheeler blessing in Frauenberg an der Enns.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thanksgiving 2023
On Sunday, 8 October 2023, we celebrated our harvest festival in Admont Abbey Church.
Consecration day of the collegiate and parish church 2023
Today we celebrated the consecration day in our collegiate church!
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.
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.
Holy Mass on the Bremstein 2023
The Liesingtal parish association celebrated Holy Mass on the Bremstein in glorious weather.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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!
Anniversary of the church consecration
The anniversary of the church consecration took place on 28 September.
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.
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.
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
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.