Abbey of St. Peter (Salzburg)

The Abbey of St. Peter in Salzburg is a historic Benedictine monastery founded in the 7th century, making it one of the oldest monasteries in Central Europe. It features a blend of medieval and baroque architecture, including a church and cloisters set within Salzburg’s Old Town. The abbey has played a significant spiritual, cultural, and musical role over centuries, maintaining a continuous monastic presence. Its grounds include an ancient cemetery and a crypt, and it remains active today as a religious site, museum, and cultural landmark, reflecting Salzburg’s rich religious and artistic heritage.