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    Where is Mariazell in the Vienna Woods?

    Where is Mariazell in the Vienna Woods?

    Mariazell in the Vienna Woods

    The region of Mariazell in the Vienna Woods is located directly at the gates of the city of Vienna in the upper Triestingtal. Over the centuries it has been influenced by the Benedictine monastery in (Klein-) Mariazell.

    Today it is a very special place where you can experience cultural and natural landscape which has grown over centuries in a unique way.

    Discover the multifaceted monuments and immerse yourself in the wonderful nature around the former Benedictine monastery (Klein) Mariazell in the upper Triesting valley.

    Impressing Buildings
    from Times Gone by

    Buildings on the Traces of Time

    Experience the eventful history of the region round the cloister of Mariazell in the Vienna Woods with impressing examples of architecture from different periods of time.

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    Culture and History - Told in an Exciting Way

    Culture and History - Told in an Exciting Way

    Immerse yourself in the historical development of the region and experience art and cultural-historical highlights, imparted by experts.

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    Hiking Along the Traces of Time

    Hiking Along the Traces of Time

    Discover the fascinating beauty and historical significance of the Mariazell region in the Vienna Woods on our hiking routes and themed hiking trails.

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    Monastery shop

    Visit Our
    Monastery shop

    Our Opening Times:
    APRIL - OCTOBER:
    SAT, SUN & Public Holidays:
    09:30 - 12:00 & 13:30 - 16:30

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    05.12.2020

    New online conversation series from December 4th: Hope for eternity!

    29.11.2020

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    Upcoming Events

    There will be no events here in the near future. Please come back a little later.

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    Online talk shows to watch

    05.12.2020

    New online conversation series from December 4th: Hope for eternity!

    29.11.2020

    Betrifft Geschichte (Radio Ö1), 30.11.-4.12.2020: Wienerwaldklöster

    24.11.2020

    NATUR - KULTUR - REGION

    Erleben Sie den Zauber der traumhaften Natur- und Kulturlandschaft der Region Mariazell im Wienerwald.

    Unsere  neue 84-seitige Broschüre mit atemberaubenden Bildern und Texten lädt dazu herzlich ein.

    Werden Sie jetzt Mitglied und erhalten Sie diese einzigartige Liebeserklärung an die Region Mariazell im Wienerwald gratis zugeschickt.

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    Explore the Mariazell Region in the Vienna Woods

    Current Projects

    Mariazell in the Vienna Woods - Cultural Mediation and Marketing
    We came to the conclusion that this ensemble of building culture and nature is actually unique and would offer considerable potential for cultural tourism use.
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    Hafnerberg - Treasury, Facility
    The pilgrimage church Hafnerberg historically belongs to the direct sphere of influence of the former Mariazell Benedictine monastery in the Vienna Woods and is therefore part of the region's cultural heritage
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    Mariazell in the Vienna Woods - Stiftskeller, Revitalization
    For the Mariazell Benedictine monastery in the Vienna Woods, the wine industry was an important branch of the economy . For this reason, a large cellar was built in 1753, which held over 200,000 liters of wine.
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    Learn about Our History

    12th Century
    The brothers Heinrich and Rapoto von Schwarzenburg founded the (Klein-) Mariazell monastery in the Vienna Woods around 1120. This subsequently developed into an engine of colonization and the spiritual and secular center in the upper Triestingtal.
    13th Century
    The Babenberg Duke Friedrich II promotes the monastery to the best of his ability. There were extensive expansions and extensions, which can still be seen today at the basilica and monastery in Klein-Mariazell, especially in the form of magnificent Romanesque portals.
    15th Century
    The late Gothic era dominates the region. The Mariazell monastery is being extensively rebuilt, and the churches in Kaumberg, Altenmarkt, St. Martin and St. Pankraz in Nöstach are being converted, which are still clearly visible today.
    17th/18th Century
    The baroque era leaves clear traces. A rich sacral landscape arises around the monastery: the pilgrimage churches in St. Corona, on Hafnerberg and in Thenneberg are built. In 1782 the monastery was closed and the region lost its center.
    1995/2004
    An extensive general restoration of the basilica in Klein-Mariazell is followed by the construction of a new monastery. The tradition of religious life is resumed after 222 years. The place becomes a spiritual center for the whole region again.
    12th Century
    13th Century
    15th Century
    17th/18th Century
    1995/2004