Führungen und Besichtigungen in Brixen

Europe’s largest monastery complex in Tirol/Tirolo. Founded in 1142 by the Bishop of Brixen/Bressanone at the intersection of two important routes - the Brenner and the route to the Pustertal valley - the Augustinian Neustift Canons Regular Monastery was recognized, among other things, as a hospice and rest area for pilgrims. Today the Monastery makes a name for itself as a place of agriculture, culture and education. From the monastery winery to the herb garden, from the electricity plant to the educational center, several businesses are united in the monastery. The Augustinian Neustift Canons Regular Monastery in Vahrn/Varna is the largest Monastery complex in Tirol/Tirolo. The Monastery has an holistic conception and was independent and versatile from its very foundation. A walk through the Monastery complex will let you understand its size and importance as a former important cultural and economic hub of the Eisacktal/Valle Isarco valley. The first thing that will catch your eye are the architectural elements: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. With the Engelsburg, the late Baroque collegiate church, the Gothic cloister, the miracle fountain, the library’s unique manuscripts and the historic Pinakothek, the Augustinian Neustift Canons Regular Monastery is one of the most remarkable sights of the Eisacktal valley.

Brixen ist eine Stadt voller Geschichte, die sich vor allem in ihren Gebäuden, wie dem Dom oder der Hofburg manifestiert. Doch es müssen nicht immer die Highlights der Stadt sein, um ihre Vergangenheit zu verstehen. In einer gemeinsamen Zeitreise werden wir in unbekannte Episoden Brixner Geschichte eintauchen und die ehemalige Bischofsstadt aus einer neuen Perspektive, eben auf den zweiten Blick, kennenlernen.

This is Neustift wine(growing) Learn all about our vineyards. And of course about our wine too. General information The winegrowing tradition at Neustift goes back centuries. To find out what has remained of this tradition, what winegrowing in the abbey’s vineyards involves today and the philosophy on which it is based, come on a vineyard tour. We’ll not only tell you all about Neustift winegrowing but also serve you its products. The tour of the vineyards together with the following wine tasting takes about 90 minutes in all. And lasts for longer. Participation in the vineyard tour is only possible with prior registration. To help us start punctually … Please come to the abbey entrance 15 minutes before the beginning of the tour.

The photography exhibition Every Child is LIFE celebrates the miracle of birth and the universal strength of life. Dutch photographer Ilvy Njiokiktjien captured newborns in Peru, Mali, Mongolia and Bangladesh between 2018 and 2019, portraying with great sensitivity the most fragile yet powerful moment of existence. A year later, Armenian photographer Anush Babajanyan returned to photograph the same children, creating a second chapter that tells a story of growth, resilience and the vital importance of continuous access to healthcare. The visit to the photo exhibition is included in the entrance ticket of the Hofburg.

On this special guided tour, we will immerse ourselves in the rich world of traditions and stories surrounding Advent and Christmas in Brixen. Amid sweet delicacies, enchanting scents, and sparkling lights, we will meet fascinating protagonists of this festive season. At the same time, we will explore some of the city’s unique highlights, including the majestic White Tower. The tour concludes atmospherically with a glass of mulled wine at the Christmas Market. An intimate and heartwarming experience during the most magical time of the year! (available upon request)