Wernberg Convent

Wernberg, Austria

Wernberg convent stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking a bend in the Drau. The building run by the Sisters of the Precious Blood is actually in part a Renaissance castle dating back to the early 13th century. Today it houses a nunnery, education centre and guesthouse with its own farm and a well-stocked shop selling its produce.

Address

Klosterweg 2, Wernberg, Austria

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Austria

More Information

www.klosterwernberg.at

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Heiko Eute (10 months ago)
Extremely well sorted, the extra ⭐ is for the friendliness on site ?

Manuela Steiner (2 years ago)
Regional products have been important to me for years and I will not stop with them. The meat from the farmer you trust is better and not much more expensive than mass-produced goods.

Richard “Ricci” (2 years ago)
Very friendly and nice service, especially the fresh rye/spelt bread that is always brought on Tuesdays and Thursdays and many other things like Schmankalan and gifts etc. I can definitely recommend very much, will come back alone because of the delicious bread from me there is a 7-fold thumbs up

Chrisi Sauerb. (3 years ago)
Everything is great ... recommendable!

Petritsch Ulrike (3 years ago)
A nicely stocked monastery shop with local products and very nice gift ideas. Delicious, home-baked bread and natural products from our own farm ? E.g. organic eggs, yoghurt! Very friendly and nice service. Highly recommended ?

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