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Auberge d'Angleterre: A Hospitaller Relic in Birgu

Explore the Auberge d'Angleterre in Birgu, Malta: a well-preserved historic inn of the Knights of St. John, showcasing Melitan architecture and rich history.

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The Auberge d'Angleterre, constructed around 1534 in Birgu, Malta, once housed the Knights of Saint John from the English langue. Today, it stands as the best-preserved Hospitaller auberge in Birgu, now serving as a health center.

A brief summary to Auberge d'Angleterre

  • VGQF+73V, Majjistral, Birgu, MT

Local tips

  • While the Auberge d'Angleterre is not always open for tours, you can still appreciate its architecture from the outside and peek into its courtyard.
  • Combine your visit with a walk around Birgu to explore its narrow streets, historical sites, and waterfront.
  • Visit during the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy a more serene atmosphere.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Auberge d'Angleterre is located in the heart of Birgu, easily accessible on foot from most points within the city. From the Birgu Waterfront, walk inland, following the signs for the city center. The Auberge is situated on Majjistral Street, a short walk from Victory Square.

  • Public Transport

    If arriving by bus from Valletta, disembark at the 'Riche' bus stop, which is the closest to the Auberge. From there, walk inland towards the city center, following the signs for Auberge d'Angleterre. Malta Public Transport operates several bus routes to Birgu, including routes 2, 3, and 4. A single bus ticket costs around €2-€3.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available in Malta. Simply request a ride to Auberge d'Angleterre, Majjistral, Birgu. A short taxi ride from Valletta to Birgu typically costs between €15-€20.

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Auberge d'Angleterre, also known as the Inn of England, is a historic building located in Birgu (Vittoriosa), Malta. Constructed around 1534, it served as the lodging for the Knights of the Order of Saint John from the langue of England. The Auberge incorporates an earlier single-story building that belonged to a Maltese woman, Catherine Abela, before being sold to Sir Clement West, who then donated it to the langue of England. A first floor was added when the house was converted into the langue's headquarters. The Auberge is built in the Melitan style, showcasing traditional Maltese architectural elements. It features a two-story structure with rooms arranged around a central courtyard. The façade is simple, adorned with a central doorway topped by a circular window and flanked by windows on either side. An overhanging open balcony sits above the doorway on the first floor, also flanked by windows. The doors and windows are decorated with Melitan mouldings. Due to the English Reformation in the mid-16th century, the English langue was suppressed, and no English auberge was built in Valletta when the Order moved their capital in the 1570s. The langue was re-established as the Anglo-Bavarian Langue in 1782 and housed in a former palace known as Auberge de Bavière. Throughout its history, Auberge d'Angleterre has served various purposes, including a public library and the Three Cities Foundation. Today, it houses the Vittoriosa Health Centre. Auberge d'Angleterre is a Grade 1 national monument and is listed on the National Inventory of the Cultural Property of the Maltese Islands.

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