📝 A visit to an abbey was on my must-see list, as I knew Austria was full of superb ones. So we decided to visit St. Florian Abbey (Stift St. Florian) and took advantage of a bad weather day to get there.
Discover the baroque abbey of Saint-Florian
Among Austria's architectural gems,St. Florian Abbey(Stift St. Florian) is a major site to discover. Located in Upper Austria, near Linz, this majestic Baroque abbey is one of the oldest and most impressive in the country.
We loved exploring this historic site, especially as the monastery is still inhabited today (about 30 people still live there)! It's a fascinating immersion in Austrian history, art and culture.
Practical information for visiting Saint-Florian Abbey
Access: The site is fairly large and easily accessible by car.
Tickets: We bought tickets for a guided tour (compulsory if you want to access the major rooms, such as the library, the imperial apartment...).
Opening times: 11am, 1pm and 3pm in summer.
Languages: audioguide available.
Website: link here
The must-see tour
Rien que la bibliothèque vaut le coup à mes yeux. Immense, baroque, et majestueuse, j’ai trouvé cet endroit magnifique. Les autres salle valent également le détour entre fresques au plafond, tableaux et sculptures. La crypte est également un lieu fascinant et à découvrir.
💡Bref, a place I 100% recommend and suitable for a family visit!
Eating and drinking at the Abbey
We had lunch at the restaurant inside the abbey, and opted for the daily menu at 11 euros. The food is typical and hearty, the service fast and efficient, and there's no need to provide a separate dish for children.
Tips for families and children
Saint-Florian Abbey is ideal for exploring with young children. There are lockers next to the ticket office/shop, where you can leave your personal belongings. A visit in a stroller is generally possible (there are just a few steps at the beginning and end of the tour). Our 3-year-old boy was able to wander through the various rooms and ask questions without disturbing the other visitors.
It's a cultural outing that's fun for the whole family!
Why visit Saint Florian Abbey in Austria?
This abbey embodies the cultural and spiritual richness of Austria:
- A living place with a monastery still inhabited.
- Exceptional Baroque architecture.
- Remarkable art collections (don't miss the library!)
- An enriching, family-friendly visit.
If you're planning a road trip in Upper Austria, a visit to the Stift St. Florian is, in our opinion, a highly recommended, if not unmissable, stopover.
Further information
👉 Discover our detailed article on another abbey, just as majestic but completely different: Admont Abbey.
👉To help you choose among the multitude of abbeys to visit in Austria, here's a site that lists sites by region (link here)
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