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Novacella Abbey

Novacella Abbey, also known as Abbazia di Novacella in Italian, is a beautiful and historically significant monastic complex located in the picturesque Valle Isarcoin in the heart of South Tyrol. Founded in 1142 by Augustinian canons, it has been a spiritual center for centuries, attracting visitors from all over the world to admire its unique architecture and rich cultural heritage.

As soon as you step foot inside the abbey’s premises, you are transported back in time to an era where art and architecture were revered. The stunning Romanesque style architecture of the abbey’s church is a sight to behold with its imposing pillars and intricate details adorning every corner.

One of the main attractions of Novacella Abbey is its stunning Baroque church, built between 1743 and 1772. The church features an impressive frescoed ceiling by Paul Troger and numerous works of art by local painters such as Franz Unterberger. The abbey’s library is another treasure trove of history and culture, containing more than 90,000 volumes including rare manuscripts dating back to the Middle Ages.

Besides its architectural wonders, Novacella Abbey has something for nature lovers too.

Read what others share about their experience

  • Inese Purmale
    6 months ago
    Beautiful and historical Abbey surrounded by winyards. ABBEY happily makes wine and takes booze profit from visitors. How spiritual!
  • Aurora Corbellini
    7 months ago
    The guided tour is super interesting! Some of the murals have been just recently uncovered, and the library collection is incredible. It might feel a little rushed at first but you then get unlimited time to go back through the sites.
  • Andrea Nori
    2 years ago
    Well, if you have some time this abbey is absolutely worth a visit, as it is truly a little jewel. You can visit it all calmly in about 1h30m, in fact it is not very large, but every room will fascinate you! However, I didn't find the price fair, as it costs 12€ for adults and 6€ for students/65+. In my personal opinion, a religious place...
  • Olga Kharkova
    10 months ago
    I absolutely adore this place on earth ❤️ It's so beautiful, the monastery is very wonderful and has its own atmosphere. The surrounding nature is fantastic.
  • Tom Moriarty
    8 months ago
    Stunning monastery on the rolling hills with a beautiful vineyard and shop for wine and fresh produce. Wine tasting and guided trip and visit highly recommended

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