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Marienberg Monastery

General description

Marienberg Abbey above Burgeis/ Burgusio dates back to the 12th Century. The highest located Benedictine abbey in Europe is situated at an altitude of 1,340 m a.s.l., since 900 years monks live here according to the rules of Saint Benedict of Nursia. Today, the main hall displays impressions about the daily life of the monks marked by Benedict's credo ora et labora. The exhibition displays also beautiful paintings such as the Romanesque Crypt frescoe with its unique depiction of angels.

Special exhibitions:

- Marienberg in front of and behind the lens
- Maria

Guided Tours
All information about guided tours and timetables can be found at https://www.marienberg.it/en/museum/guided-tours.html.

Description to arrive at destination

From Malles in direction to the Passo Resia, follow the signs through the village Burgusio till the monastery Marienberg.

 

Parking
You can park directly near the Abbey.
Public transport
You can reach the monastery by bus (277) from Mals.
Öffnungszeiten
27. December - 05. January
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
10:00 - 17:00
15. March - 31. October
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
10:00 - 17:00
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Local history and culture in Venosta Valley
The cultural region of Venosta Valley in South Tyrol is characterized by its lively customs, traditions and also sense of innovation; from the Romanesque “Stairways to Heaven” project through all periods of art up to contemporary architecture, art, theater and music.
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