Rajhrad Benedictine Monastery: A Moravian Literary Treasure
Explore Moravia's oldest Benedictine monastery in Rajhrad, a Baroque masterpiece with a stunning library and tranquil gardens. A cultural and historical gem!
Founded in 1045, Rajhrad Monastery is the oldest Benedictine monastery in Moravia, Czech Republic. Its stunning Baroque architecture houses a priceless historical library with over 65,000 volumes and serves as a Moravian Literature Memorial. Visitors can explore the Abbey Church of Saints Peter and Paul and stroll through gardens inhabited by peacocks.
A brief summary to Benediktinský klášter Rajhrad
- Klášter 1, 664 61, CZ
- +420547230027
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4 pm
- Friday 9 am-4 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit the historical library, home to over 65,000 volumes, including priceless ancient manuscripts.
- Explore the Abbey Church of Saints Peter and Paul, known for its intricate designs and excellent acoustics.
- Take a walk through the monastery gardens and try to spot the resident peacocks.
- Check out the Museum of Literature in Moravia, located within the monastery, to learn about the region's literary history.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Brno's main train station (Hlavní nádraží), take a train towards Vyškov and get off at Rajhrad station. From the Rajhrad train station, walk north on Masarykova street, then turn left onto Hlavní street. Follow Hlavní street until you reach Klášter 1. The total walk is about 10 minutes. Expect a 30-40 minute journey from Brno. A single train ticket from Brno to Rajhrad costs approximately 30 CZK.
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Car
If driving from Brno, take the D1 highway towards Vyškov and exit at 194 towards Rajhrad. Continue on the local roads for about 5 km until you reach Klášter 1, 664 61 Rajhrad. Parking is available near the monastery. Parking fees may apply.
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Taxi/Rideshare
From Brno, a taxi or rideshare to Benediktinský klášter Rajhrad (Klášter 1, 664 61 Rajhrad) takes about 20 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around 300-400 CZK.
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