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Melk Abbey, Melk

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A famous monastic site, Melk Abbey contains the remains of several members of the first Austrian dynasty and the tomb of St. Coloman of Stockerau. This Benedictine abbey was founded in 1089, although the current Baroque building was built between 1702 and 1736. You can take time to appreciate the abbey's frescos by Johann Michael Rottmayr and browse the library of medieval manuscripts. Located above the town with a view of the Danube, the abbey is surrounded by a large park. Join a guided tour to learn about the abbey's history as a school for young monks. Arrange to visit Melk Abbey and other attractions in Melk using our Melk road trip planning tool.
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  • We visited this amazing Monastry during our river cruise with Uniworld. Its located above the Wachau Valley with steep, terraced vineyards overlooking the Danube. The Babenbergs erected a castle on....  more
    We visited this amazing Monastry during our river cruise with Uniworld. Its located above the Wachau Valley with steep, terraced vineyards overlooking the Danube. The Babenbergs erected a castle on....  more »
  • It was a very interesting tour. The Benedictine Abbey found in 1089. It is still in operation today. Current building is the Baroque style and was built in the 1700’s. Beautiful architecture. There... 
    It was a very interesting tour. The Benedictine Abbey found in 1089. It is still in operation today. Current building is the Baroque style and was built in the 1700’s. Beautiful architecture. There...  more »
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  • The Melk Abbey is a must visit in this part of Austria. The public parts of the Abbey can be visited by yourself or in a guided tour that takes you through an exhibition, some state rooms, the impressive library, a terrace and the magnificent church. The exhibition gives information about the order and the abbey in a very thoughtful presentation. The staff is friendly and efficient. The buildings are a marvellous example of baroque architecture at its finest. You can also walk around some very pretty court yards and well maintained period gardens. The entire complex and visitor’s approach is incredibly efficient. There is also a good restaurant on site.
  • An truly amazing Abbey. The location is perfect, on top of a hill making it looking more beautiful, big and marvelous. It's difficult to explain with words it's majesty. I would really highly recommend visiting it and the ticket costs only 13€ including the beautiful garden, a gorgeous Library including an stunning view from the balcony.

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