Active male monastery, founded by the patron saint of Salzburg, Saint Rupert in the 7th century. Unlike Nonnberg Abbey, some parts of the cloister are open to the public. Over the centuries, the complex was rebuilt many times, now its architecture is dominated by an elegant Baroque style. The relics of St. Rupert are buried in the monastery church of St. Peter, as well as the crypt of the sister of V.A. Mozart - Anna Maria Mozart.
Address:
Sankt-Peter-Bezirk 1, Salzburg
Phone:
+43 662 844576
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26.08.23
Bogdan
St. Peter's Abbey in Salzburg, founded around the year 700, is the oldest monastery in the German-speaking area. Church of the Abbey of St. Peter, the cemetery of St. Petra, the oldest library in Austria. Fans of the movie My Songs, My Dreams wi.. Read more »ll recognize the cemetery and its catacombs from the movie.
14.07.23
Andrea
Just wow! It is truly an amazing place. It looks like a royal palace from the inside! It is definitely worth a visit, especially because it is free of charge
30.06.23
renee
I really enjoyed this area. It has the oldest Abbey in Europe dating back to the 7th century. The oldest church we couldn't go in. But you can peek thru 2 man-made holes in the door. The church is surrounded by cemeteries, adorned with p.. Read more »erennials and flowers. There are other cemeteries at the periphery with statues and paintings. Then there is the catacombs. The only thing you pay for here in the St. Peter's Abbey. Just 2 Euros or very inexpensive. Nothing compared to Italy's catacombs. The catacombs I'd actually say should be called "chapel". There were no skulls or skeletons. And no mannequins to indicate where people where buried but it's amazing to see. It's actually built onto the side of a mountain wall. There is also a beautiful church ( you can go I'm this one), a great little seen restaurant and Christian shop. DEFINITELY a must see this area in Salzburg!!!
29.05.23
william
Cool door, contains the cross of power (don't tell Thanos). Notably missing, monks and their beer.
01.04.23
Vishesh
Its such a grand and beautiful church that you will be awestruck. One of the grandest cathedral I have been to.
Its located in the city center. Entry is free.
21.02.23
Sudeshna
Faded with age ..the stones darkened and the canvases almost devoid of colours. The organ plays for the devotees and tourists to spend a few moments in serenity, soaking in the centuries gone by.....since 714
06.09.22
Brian
Very nice area. There is a nice plaza with fountain. A little gift shop has very reasonable items for sale. You can also catch a glimpse of the oldest restaurant still operating.
03.08.22
Joe
Beautiful church and architecture nice grounds. Worth a visit
19.07.22
Angelos
Excellent and unique place. A great pleasure.
11.07.22
MizzMamaJane
The catacombs here were worth the climb up ancient stairs. History comes to life.
20.06.22
Max
One of the most stunning settings in all of Europe. A must-visit for anyone coming to Salzburg.
29.05.22
Peyman
Interesting place to visit just near the Dome Quartier.
15.10.21
Backpacker
This was my very favorite church & cemetery! And I LOVED the catacombs too! So much history. Incredibly beautiful church with all the paintings. Amazing!
26.04.21
Niji
Simply the most stunning place, there’s just so much to see, the attention to detail in every corner of this place is incredible. The stuccuo is absolutely mesmerising, I could’ve spent hours looking at it. I also like how they left some .. Read more »of the old, original frescos and wall structures, so you can imagine what it looked like before.
10.02.21
Diah
St Peter's Abbey is a Benedictine monastery and former cathedral in the Austrian city of Salzburg. It is considered one of the oldest monasteries in the German-speaking area and in fact the oldest with a continuous history since its foundation i.. Read more »n 696.
St Peter's Abbey was founded in 696 by Saint Rupert at the site of a Late Antique church stemming from the first Christianization in the area in the days of Severinus of Noricum. Likewise, the establishment of the monastery was meant to forward the missionary work in the Eastern Alps. Until 987
......Interior decoration of St.Peter's Abbey Church
05.09.20
Helen
This is a really special old church with a lovely large courtyard. Don’t just see the cemetery!Salzburg has many of these stunning Catholic churches but this one is very great and worth going to when you visit the gardens and burial places. Whe.. Read more »n you go, remember be and light a candle for me and my heart. Many thanks!!!
24.12.19
Daniela
So amazing this place. I went through the cemetery to get there during the night (it was winter). It wasn’t crowded and even during the night it was beautiful the cemetery and the church stunning. Also, in front of of one entrance there’s.. Read more » a place where they can bake amazing breads.
25.08.19
Henrique
Majestic art, paintings and ornaments.
There is absolutely nothing to complain about it.
And a very important tip for people travelling around on a budget. IT IS FREE.
But please, leave some spare change or make a good donation as the place is really.. Read more » well looked after.
You'll find graves of archbishops from the city close to the front of the cathedral and more downstairs.
Also places to pray, but if you are not religious like myself, there is no problem, everyone respects each other in a very peaceful way
29.07.18
Debi
"Small, simple and peaceful"
This is a lovely Abbey and one were we sang one piece for no audience. The architecture is stunning and some of the sculptures are truly amazing. There is no fee to enter and unlike the Dom you can expect it to .. Read more »be quiet. The cemetery attached is amazing - graves so small - people must have been tiny in those days.
4.8 / 43
