Abbazia di Novacella

We drove to visit this place from Ortisei after a local friend recommended. So much beauty and history here! And their diner with the platter of cheese and sausage plus wine tasting was one of the highlights of our entire trip! Much recommended!

Well, if you have some time this abbey is absolutely worth a visit, as it is truly a little jewel. You can visit it all calmly in about 1h30m, in fact it is not very large, but every room will fascinate you! However, I didn't find the price fair, as it costs 12€ for adults and 6€ for students/65+. In my personal opinion, a religious place shouldn't cost that much. However, I recommend visiting it during the spring months, as the botanical garden is also open, to be paid separately...

We took a wine tasting tour 🍷 and it was wonderful. Our Guide Andreas took time explaining a lot of little info specific to wine cultivation, süd tirol, and wine taste and preservation. Would recommend anyone for a trip to world’s second oldest winery.

Check website for last entry times. It was surprisingly early so I didn't go in. Good free parking, suitable for taking the bus into Brixen. Neustift Abbey is 3 km north of Brixen, sited far enough away from the town but well-placed for sheltering pilgrims and travelers on the route through the Alps from Italy to Austria. Founded in 1140, the monastery is a fortified complex accessed via a covered bridge.

A must visit if you are in town or nearby. The decoration of the church are overwhelmingly elaborate while the atmosphere on the monastery grounds is divine and peaceful. The wines are delicious and our guide (Roberta) was very charming and very knowledgeable.

Had a beer and a glass of wine in the cantina. Everything ok. It can be a bit noisy with the acoustics. We were there during a holiday period so many families traveling with children. The sausages cheese and bread are rustic and authentic. The fresh baked breads amazing. Dine on patio or indoors like we did. Ordering was fast and food arrived quickly from the limited apperitivo menu. Don't come for a meal but just sone tasty local cheese and cured meat platters. Walk the grounds and take in the history.

Beautiful Monastery that is in use since 1100, it is still fully in use and you can buy their own wine there. Here a glimpse of it, enjoy! Beautiful places nearby are: Franzensfeste, Brixen and Sterzing

Church, courtyards and gardens are open for the public and worthwhile a visit. The rest requires a guided tour. A bit touristy with large crowded groups, but well organized.