Ettal Abbey: A Benedictine Jewel in the Bavarian Alps
Discover Bavarian tradition at Ettal Abbey: a historic Benedictine monastery with stunning architecture, brewery, distillery, and cultural treasures.
Ettal Abbey, a Benedictine monastery founded in 1330 by Emperor Ludwig IV, is a major attraction in Bavaria, Germany. Nestled in the Ammergau Alps, the abbey boasts a stunning Baroque basilica, a historic brewery, a distillery, and a cheese-making facility, offering visitors a multifaceted experience of Bavarian culture and monastic tradition.
A brief summary to Ettal Abbey
- Kaiser-Ludwig-Platz 1, Ettal, 82488, DE
- +498822740
- Visit website
- Monday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Friday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
- Sunday 8:30 am-5:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit the Ettal Abbey brewery and distillery to sample the famous Ettaler Klosterbiere and Klosterlikör, made using traditional methods.
- Explore the abbey's grounds, including the basilica, cloisters, and gardens, to appreciate the Baroque and Rococo architecture.
- Check the schedule for guided tours of the basilica, brewery, and distillery to learn about the abbey's history and traditions.
- Combine your visit to Ettal Abbey with nearby attractions such as Oberammergau and Linderhof Palace.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Munich, take a train to Oberau station. From Oberau, take bus line 9606 directly to Ettal. Get off at the Klostergasthof stop, a short walk to the abbey. Bus line 9606 also runs directly from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ettal Klostergasthof. The bus ride is approximately 25 minutes and departs hourly. A single bus fare within Garmisch-Partenkirchen is around €2-3.
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Driving
From Munich, take the A95 towards Garmisch-Partenkirchen. At the Murnau/Kochel exit, continue on the B2 to Oberau, then take the B23 directly to Ettal. From Garmisch-Partenkirchen, take the B2 to Oberau, then the B23 to Ettal. Ample parking is available on the grounds of Ettal Abbey for a fee. Parking spaces for visitors with disabilities are available in front of the monastery shop. Parking fees vary depending on the parking location. Expect to pay around €2 for a short stay.
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