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Stift Nonnberg

Sight4.5 · 1 6624.3 · 441≈ 45 minFree entry443 m from the center

Nonnberg Abbey sits on the scenic slopes beneath Salzburg's Hohensalzburg Fortress. Founded around 714 AD by Saint Rupert, it is the oldest continuously operating women's convent in the German-speaking world. The late Gothic abbey church of St Maria houses rare 12th-century Romanesque frescoes in the choir, an intricate winged altar, and the crypt of Saint Erentrudis. Pop culture fans will also recognise it from 'The Sound of Music'.

Highlights

  • Oldest continuously active women's convent in German lands
  • Rare preserved Romanesque wall frescoes from the 12th century
  • Late Gothic abbey church and Saint Erentrudis crypt
  • Real-life monastery featured in 'The Sound of Music'

Opening hours

Mon06:00 – 18:00
Tue06:00 – 18:00
Wed06:00 – 18:00
Thu06:00 – 18:00
Fri06:00 – 18:00
Sat06:00 – 18:00
Sun06:00 – 18:00

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