Surprised is an understatement ... blown away may be a better way to describe how impressed I was. This 500 year old monestary has been so tastefully renovated that I couldn't help but explore the whole property. The use of different materials (wood, stone, concrete, metals), varying shapes and angles, and preservation of the old architecture and character are really... More

This huge monastery has had a very changeful history since its foundation in 1150! The most impressing piece is the stunning Baroque Church (one of the most beautiful in Europe) as well as the remaining of the monastery (like the monk's cells), later transformed into a large farming operation. Many things are still visible, and the herb garden is just... More