Discover Sabiona Monastery: Where History Meets the Alps

Säben Monastery From the famous Treasure of Loreto to the always changing special exhibits: Here a unique collection of art and centrepieces! The Säben Mountain and its monastery deserve the utmost attention because of their archaeological, historical and artistical importance. Sabiona is the emblem of the Eisack Valley, known also as the “acropolis of Tyrol”, with a very long history. Around the year 1000 the bishopric was moved from Säben to Brixen/Bressanone. Until then, the Holy Cross Church was the cathedral of the bishopric Säben for about 400 years. The Holy Mountain is one of the oldest pilgrimage places in Tyrol. The famous Ladin pilgrimage is already mentioned in 1503. For over 335 years, the Benedictine nuns shaped the Sacred Mountain at Säben until the order left the monastery in November 2021. Now, a new chapter begins: since September 2024, the Säben Monastery shines with new light. Father Kosmas Thielmann OCist, a Cistercian monk from Heiligenkreuz Abbey of Austria, has taken on the role of pilgrim chaplain. His mission is to revive Säben as a spiritual center and an important pilgrimage site in South Tyrol. With the support of the Diocese of Bolzano-Brixen and the local community, the monastery will not only be a place for prayer and meditation but also a space for encounters and exchange. In the near future, more Cistercian monks are expected to join the monastic community, breathing new life into Säben’s centuries-old tradition. Opening hours | Churches & Säben Monastery: → Branzoll Castle: private property, not to be visited → Gnadenkapelle (Grace Chapel): open daily from 8 am to 5 pm, free access → Church of Our Lady: an archaeological and historical documentation is available to the public, free access. Opening times from July until October: every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 5 pm (outside opening hours, only with guided tour - further information at the Tourist Info) → Monastery Church: On the walls of the main nave hang the side doors of the old altar depicting the founding saints Benedict and Scholastica. Holy Mass daily at 11.30 am, also on Sundays and holidays. Open daily from 8 am to 8 pm. → Holy Cross Abbey: Open daily from 8 am to 8 pm, free access. An archaeological and historical documentation is available to the public. → Monastery: Cistercian Father Kosmas Thielmann OCist tel. +39 378 0640185 // e-mail: [email protected] 🌐 https://throneandvine.com/sabiona-mon... 🌐 https://www.klausen.it/en/enjoyment-r... ABOUT US: On this channel, you'll find expert travel tips, behind-the-scenes adventures, and a front-row seat to our crazy, cross-cultural life—raising our daughter between Italy and the U.S. Whether you're dreaming of your next trip or just love a good travel story, come along for the ride! Join us, Lorna and Dante, as we bring history to life and explore the world through our passion for travel! As professional tour guides based in both Washington, D.C., and the charming town of Appiano, Italy, we split our time between two incredible places while running our family-owned tour company. 🌐 www.VaFeltre.com 🌐 www.TourDCwithUS.com ☏ USA Number: +1 571 239 3889 ☏ ITA Number: +39 331 471 6969 🌐 Social: Facebook:   / vafeltre   Instagram:   / travelwithlornadante   X: https://x.com/dante_lorna Pinterest: https://x.com/dante_lorna LinkedIn:   / travel-with-lorna-and-dante   TikTok:   / travelwithlornadante