St. Peter's Abbey: Salzburg's Ancient Heart
Explore Salzburg's oldest monastery: St. Peter's Abbey, a blend of history, architecture, and musical heritage in the heart of the city.
Founded in 696 by Saint Rupert, St. Peter's Abbey is the oldest monastery in the German-speaking world, nestled at the foot of the Mönchsberg mountain in Salzburg. This Benedictine abbey boasts Romanesque architecture, a stunning Baroque interior, a historic cemetery with catacombs, and a rich musical heritage.
A brief summary to St. Peter's Abbey
- Sankt-Peter-Bezirk 1, Salzburg, 5020, AT
- +43662844576
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit the St. Peter's Cemetery and catacombs, featured in "The Sound of Music," for a unique historical experience.
- Attend a Mozart Dinner Concert at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium for a memorable culinary and musical evening.
- Combine your visit with a tour of the DomQuartier to access the museum of St. Peter and the Long Gallery.
- Check out the St. Peter's Abbey Bakery, Salzburg's oldest bakery, for traditional wood-fired bread.
Getting There
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Walking
St. Peter's Abbey is located in the heart of Salzburg's Old Town (Altstadt), making it easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From the Salzburg Cathedral, walk south through the Kapitelplatz, then continue straight, passing the Franziskanerkirche on your left. The main entrance to St. Peter's Abbey will be on your right, just past the church. This is a short, level walk of approximately 5-10 minutes. Note that the Old Town is a pedestrian zone, so vehicle access is limited.
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Public Transport
If arriving by public transport, the nearest bus stops are "Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz" and "Zentrum Rathaus", both within a short walking distance of the abbey. From the Salzburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take bus line 1 to "Ferdinand Hanusch Platz" or bus lines 3, 5, or 6 to "Rathaus". From either stop, it's a 5-10 minute walk to St. Peter's Abbey through the Old Town. A single bus ticket costs €2.50 if purchased from a vending machine or €3.00 if purchased on board. A 24-hour ticket for the core zone of Salzburg costs €4.90 from a vending machine or €6.40 on the bus.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Salzburg and can drop you off near St. Peter's Abbey. However, since the Old Town is largely pedestrianized, taxis may not be able to drop you directly at the entrance. The closest drop-off point is likely near the Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz. From there, it is a short walk to the abbey. A short taxi ride within the city center will likely cost around €9-€10 during the day. Taxi fares start at €3.90, with a per-kilometer charge of approximately €1.70-€2.15. You can order a taxi by calling +43 662 8111.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Stiftskirche St. Peter
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Franziskanerkirche
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Friedhof St. Peter (Petersfriedhof)
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Residenzpl. 1
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Kapitelplatz
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Kapitelpl.
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Alter Markt
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Residenzplatz
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