Klosterneuburg
Klosterneuburg, sometimes known as Kloburg among the residents, is a town in Lower Austria’s Tulln District. There is roughly 27,500 population. Established in 1114 and subsequently donated to the Augustinians, the Stift Klosterneuburg (Klosterneuburg Monastery) boasts great historical importance.
Renowned as the “new castle of the monastery,” Klosterneuburg is a town whose name derives from the Stift Klosterneuburg. Leopold III, the honored patron saint of Austria, founded this Augustinian monastery in 1114. Among the most ancient and wealthy establishments in the nation, this monastery is still active today. Its walls form a real treasure trove of art, relics, and manuscripts. Nicholas of Verdun’s praised altar, which exhibits his extraordinary mastery in medieval goldsmithing and enamel work, also hangs in the cathedral. There are 51 panels in this masterwork that brilliantly capture events from the Old and New Testament. From the 12th century, the monastery boasts a rich centuries-spanning legacy of wine-making. Furthermore, it is the residence of the esteemed Federal Institute for Viticulture and Pomology, which breeds and studies newly developed grape varieties. Comprising almost 10% of the town’s land, the monastery’s vineyards produce outstanding wines including Zweigelt, Grüner Veltliner, and Riesling.
The town of Klosterneuburg provides far more than only its well-known monastery and wine. This is a place where art and culture flourish, so augmenting the rich tapestry of events. Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Jugendstil are just a few of the several architectural styles the town exhibits. Among the town hall, parish church, Essl Museum of contemporary art, and Klosterneuburg Art Gallery are notable structures and establishments in the town. The town is renowned for its energetic annual celebrations and events. These comprise the Klosterneuburg Carnival, the Klosterneuburg Advent Market, the Klosterneuburg Wine Festival, and the Music Festival. Nestled at the base of the Leopoldsberg hill and the Vienna Woods, the town is a highly sought-after tourist destination because of its gorgeous setting along the Danube River. With easy road, rail, and ferry connections, the town boasts great transportation ties to Vienna. It provides an excellent basis for discovering the lovely surrounds.
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Geography Of Klosterneuburg
Klosterneuburg is part of the Austrian state of Lower Austria’s Tulln District. Covering a 76.2 square kilometer area, its population is roughly 27,500. From which the Kahlenberg and Leopoldsberg hills of the Vienna Woods range separate it, it is part of the metropolitan area of Vienna and lies just northwest of the Austrian capital. Since the river veered during the Late Middle Ages, it has been split from its twin city of Korneuburg on the other bank of the Danube.
Situated at 48°18′15′N 16°19′00′E and elevation of 192 meters above sea level, Klosterneuburg is Situated on the brink of the Vienna Basin, a sizable Eastern Alpine depression reaching the Pannonian Plain, it About twenty kilometers to the east, it also nears the Slovakian border.
Klosterneuburg is surrounded by several areas both inside and outside of Lower Austria. To the north it runs alongside the hilly, rich Weinviertel (Wine Quarter), noted for its vineyards and farming. Eastward it runs alongside the Danube and the Morava rivers on the level and rich plain known as the Marchfeld. To the south it runs beside Vienna, the capital and biggest city in Austria. To the west it runs alongside the Wienerwald (Vienna Woods), a forested mountain range creating the northeastern Alps’ foothills.
Klosterneuburg is conveniently reachable by several kinds of transportation. Via the Klosterneuburger Straße highway (B14), which links to the A22 motorway and the Vienna Ring Road, it directly reaches Vienna. Running on the Emperor Franz Joseph Railway line (S40), from Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof to Tulln, the Vienna S-Bahn network also provides service. It also links Korneuburg via a reaction ferry link, which runs during daylight hours from Spring to late autumn. Part of the EV6 The Rivers cycle route, Klosterneuburg also follows the Danube from the Atlantic Ocean to the Black Sea.
Weather & Climate In Klosterneuburg
In Klosterneuburg, spring marks the change from winter to summer and lasts from March to May. From an average of six degrees Celsius in March, the temperature increases gradually to fifteen degrees Celsius in May. With an average of 6.5 hours of sunlight in March and 8.5 hours in May, the days get longer and sunnier. From an average of 40 mm in March, the precipitation rises as well—67 mm in May. Discovering the town and its surrounds as well as appreciating the blossoming of flowers, trees, and vines comes best in spring.
The warmest and driest season of year, summer in Klosterneuburg runs from June to August. With an average of 21°C, July sees the temperature peak; on hot days, it sometimes rises above 30°C. The days are long and sunny; in June, the average daily sunshine is 9.5 hours; in August, it is 8.5 hours. With an average in June of 63 mm and in August of 54 mm, the precipitation is meager. Summer is a fantastic time to take advantage of the town’s cultural events and celebrations as well as the outdoor activities including swimming, biking, hiking, and wine tastings.
In Klosterneuburg, autumn spans September through November and marks the change from summer to winter. From an average of sixteen degrees Celsius in September to six degrees Celsius in November, the temperature progressively falls. With an average of 6.5 hours of September’s sunshine and 3.5 hours in November, the days get shorter and darker. With an average of 71 mm in September and 67 mm in November, the precipitation is rather strong. One should appreciate the changing colors of the leaves and the harvest season as well as the local cuisine in autumn.
The coldest and snowiest season of year, winter in Klosterneuburg runs from December to February. With an average of 1°C, January’s lowest temperature reaches occasionally below -10°C on chilly evenings. With average daily sunshine in December of 2.5 hours and three hours in February, the days are short and dark. With an average in December of 48 mm and in February of 40 mm, the precipitation is moderate. With 13 days of snowfall average in winter, most of the precipitation falls as snow. Winter is a great season to visit the surrounding ski resorts and Christmas markets as well as to savor the town’s pleasant ambiance.
Demographics Of Klosterneuburg
Klosterneuburg boasts a varied and energetic population with different demographic traits. The population of the town consists in several age ranges, sexes, ethnic backgrounds, and economic levels.
Comparatively to the national median of 44.3 years, Klosterneuburg boasts a rather young population with a median age of 43.3 years. Five age groups define the population of the town: under 15, 15–29, 30–44, 45–59, and 60 and above. With 25.6% of the population, the 45–59 group is the biggest age group; followed by the 30–44 group, which makes 21.8%. Comprising 14.4%, the smallest age group is 15 to 29. Except for the under 15 group, the town’s age distribution is somewhat skewed toward women, who outnumber men in every age group.
With a somewhat higher percentage of women than men, Klosterneuburg boasts a balanced gender ratio. There are 51.0% female and 49.0% male residents of the town. 95.8 men for every 100 women makes up the gender ratio. With a gender ratio similar to the national average—51.4% female and 48.6% male—the town reflects.
People from many ethnic and national backgrounds call Klosterneuburg a cosmopolitan and multilingual city. There are 91.4% Austrian and 8.6% foreign residents of the town. Comprising 2.5% of the population, the Germans are the biggest foreign group; followed by the Serbs, at 0.9%. Although the official language of the town is German, most of the residents speak other languages including English, Serbian, Turkish, and Croatian. Though other religious groups including Orthodox Christians, Protestants, Muslims, and Jews are also present in the town, the majority of its residents are Roman Catholics, the official religion.
Districts & Neighborhoods in Klosterneuburg
With an area of 3.91 square kilometers, Höflein boasts 806 residents.Rising 172 meters above sea level, the site is on the north side of the Vienna Woods.The area is roughly two and a half kilometers long and around three hundred meters wide. From France to the Mediterranean Sea, the northernmost foothills of the Alps, the Hundsberg and the Eichberg round it from the south. From the north side, it is limited by the Danube’s right bank.The river runs across the Höflein area, more especially between river kilometers 1945.7 and 1947.9.
With 3243 people living in modern rural town Kierling is With a border length of 25 kilometers and an overall area of 11.5 square kilometers, In the town center, the elevation is 213 meters; on the Hohenau, it is 445 meters.About four kilometers west of Klosterneuburg, the town is situated. Its elongated form is typified by extensions that resemble an arrowhead form. Maria Gugging in the west finds her border in the town as well.The Kierlingbach stream and the B14 federal road physically split Kierling.
Wienerwaldberge rising both north and south. The village thus has borders to the north from Hadersfeld and Kritzendorf and to the south from Weidlingtal.Kierling first comes from a record going back as early as 1072/91.The name of the location would imply that people living there belonged to a society under church control.Until the 1930s, Kierling was a popular summer spot that has maintained its natural temperature inclination over years. Just two percent of the whole territory is developed right now.
Economy Of Klosterneuburg
With 670 commercial, industrial, and business firms—of which 600 are small businesses (1–3 employees), 60 are medium-sized companies (max. 10 employees), and 10 are large companies with more than 50 employees apiece—Klosterneuburg boasts a strong and varied economy. These businesses run in trade, crafts, services, manufacturing, and technology among other areas. Among the prominent businesses headquartered in Klosterneuburg are Brauerei Klosterneuburg, a brewery; Klosterneuburger Ziegelwerke, a brick factory; Klosterneuburger Laborsysteme, a manufacturer of laboratory equipment; and Klosterneuburger Medienhaus, a media company. Additionally housed in Klosterneuburg is the Federal Environment Agency, the main scientific body in charge of environmental preservation for Austria. The municipality canceled the agency’s intended 2017 relocation to Klosterneuburg; instead, the agency was to move to there in 2023.
With a well-developed transportation system, Klosterneuburg links itself to Vienna and surrounding cities. By car from Vienna, Klosterneuburg is reachable via the main Danube road, Klosterneuburger Straße B 14. Regular public transportation options from Klosterneuburg also link it to the federal capital and other locations: ÖBB trains and buses. Whereas the R40 runs every 15 minutes during rush hour, the S40 fast transit line runs at 30-minute intervals.
With its historical and cultural attractions—such as the 1114-founded Klosterneuburg Monastery, among the most significant religious and artistic hubs in Austria—Klosterneuburg also draws visitors. The Verdun Altar, a Romanesque masterwork, and the Babenberg genealogical tree—a massive painting illustrating the Babenberg dynasty’s history—are housed in the monastery. Along with a museum, library, treasury, and church, the monastery houses Among the other noteworthy sites in Klosterneuburg are the modern art museum Essl Museum, the leisure and sports center Happyland, and the popular recreation area Danube Island.
History Of Klosterneuburg
Rich in history, Klosterneuburg in Austria originated in the Neolithic age. Underground historical sites dating back to the Neolithic and Roman periods abound in the city: a well, a cellar, and a tunnel system used for defense and escape. Part of the Limes, a border defense system of the Roman Empire, a Roman military camp was built in Klosterneuburg in antiquity.
Margrave Leopold III established a residential town and a magnificent collegiate church, so elevating the city’s significance in the 11th century. During the Turkish sieges, the city managed to hold out and offer vital flank protection despite Middle Ages’ challenges including floods and enemy sieges. Klosterneuburg saw the founding of the first Austrian shipyard, the growth of trade and industry, and became a well-known site for writers, scientists, and artists in modern times.
Two world wars and the Nazi government presented difficulties for the town, but it slowly rebuilt and saw population increase and economic growth. Klosterneuburg is still a lively and beautiful town in the twenty-first century with a strong feeling of community and a dedication to environmental sustainability and safeguarding of its customs and identity.
Best Time To Visit Klosterneuburg
About 500,000 people visit Klosterneuburg annually, most of them travel between April and October. High season, shoulder season, and low season are the three ways one might classify the tourist seasons in Klosterneuburg.
From June to August, the high season is marked by pleasant, sunny weather and a vibrant, celebratory town. Particularly at the monastery and the wine celebrations, this is the busiest season for tourism, thus you should expect more people, more expensive rates, and longer lines. Booking your lodging and transportation ahead of time will help you to carefully design your trip.
April to May and September to October constitute the shoulder seasons. The town is lovely and colorful, thus this is regarded as the best season for tourism since the weather is mild and pleasant. Along with cultural events and celebrations, you might enjoy the autumn foliage or the spring blossoms. Particularly in April and October, you can find less prices, less traffic, and more availability during this period. Booking your lodging and transportation ahead of time is still advised, as is looking over the opening hours and schedules of the attractions.
From November to March, the low season sees calm and quiet in the town while the temperature is cold and wet. Still, this is a wonderful time to visit since you can savor the festive attitude and the winter beauty. Particularly in January and February, indoor attractions and activities are rather popular at this time; you can also find the lowest rates, the least traffic, and most flexibility. One should pack warm clothing and waterproof shoes and be ready for maybe snow and ice.
How To Get In Klosterneuburg
Just north of Vienna, Klosterneuburg is easily reachable from the capital by the B 14 Klosterneuburger Straße, which runs often with BB trains and buses between the two cities. The S40 fast-moving line runs every 30 minutes during rush hour, matched by the R40 running every 15 minutes. The several train stations in Klosterneuburg of the Franz-Josefs-Bahn help to enable effective municipal transportation.
A roller ferry provides a path to Korneuburg for those who would rather travel by road; it fits people and vehicles up to 10.5 meters in length from the north-east bank of the Danube. Especially planned projects like a Danube-crossing railway tunnel in 1900 never materialized.
From Vienna-Schwechat Airport, the town is reachable by plane; alternatively, one may reach it by car via A4, A23, A22, Nordbrücke, and 14, or by public transportation via S-Bahn S7 to Wien-Mitte (Landstraße), followed by U4 underground line to Heiligenstadt, and then by S-Bahn S40 or regional buses.
Two train stations, Weidling and Kierling, located in Klosterneuburg service the city center. The Kritzendorf district is served by Unter-Kritzendorf and Kritzendorf stations; the Höflein stop serves the same area. Running half hourly between Vienna and Tulln during the day, the S40 S-Bahn line links these stations.
Every 15 minutes during the day, several regional buses link Vienna (Bahnhof Heiligenstadt, 12.-Februar-Platz) to Klosterneuburg and its environs. The town is in the first outer zone of the VOR, thus two zones for public transportation to/from Vienna must be bought.
How To Get Around In Klosterneuburg
Given the small size of the city center, walking is a common option since it lets guests appreciate picturesque views of the Danube river, old town, and monastery. There are some hills to negotiate, though, and for those who would want to avoid them the city elevator (Stadtlift) offers a practical substitute.
Four circular city bus lines link the districts and get to Kierling station, where regional trains (line S40) can be accessed for short distances within the city. Cheap and handy, the city bus has tickets available from the driver or the station.
Additionally used within the city are regional bus lines from Vienna. Line 239, for instance, links Klosterneuburg with Vienna’s Heiligenstadt station, so granting access to the metro (line U4) and other public transportation choices. Line 400 links Klosterneuburg with another lovely Danube town, Tulln. Though it is somewhat more expensive, the express train (line S40) from Höflein to Klosterneuburg via Kritzendorf is faster and more comfortable than the bus. On the VOR website or app one may check timetables and fares.
Another popular method of transportation in Klosterneuburg is cycling; well-developed roads provide excellent training grounds for riders. One can rent bikes from several parts of the city, including the monastery or the tourist office. Although it is also possible to bring your own bike on the bus or train, extra charges could be involved. Riding lets guests take in Klosterneuburg’s and its surrounds’ natural beauty.
Attractions & Landmarks In Klosterneuburg
About 14km north of Vienna along the Danube river in Lower Austria, Klosterneuburg is known for its historic Klosterneuburger Abbey, which dates back to the 12th century. This multifarious religious and cultural center experienced Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neo-Romanesque architecture among other styles. The Abbey consists in the Stiftskirche, Kaisertrakt, Stiftsmuseum, Bibliothek, Schatzkammer, Verduner Altar, and Klosterneuburger Evangelienwerk.
Dedicated to St. Leopold and St. Augustine, the Stiftskirche combines many architectural features including a Romanesque nave, Gothic choir, Baroque high altar, and Neo-Romanesque façade. During their Klosterneuburg visits, Habsburg emperors stayed in the wing known as Kaisertrakt from the eighteenth century. Among the notable locations in this wing are the Kaiserzimmer, imperial apartments with luxurious furniture and paintings, and the Sala Terrena, frescoes by Johann Michael Rottmayr.
Paintings, sculptures, textiles, coins, and liturgical objects abound in the varied collection of art and relics housed in the abbey museum, Stiftsmuseum. Among the noteworthy displays are the 15th-century genealogical tree known as the Babenberger Stammbaum, the modern art Sammlung Essl, and the Österreichische Galerie featuring 19th and 20th century Austrian art. Comprising almost 130,000 books and manuscripts, the Bibliothek boasts a Baroque hall with a fresco covering Daniel Gran.
Sacred objects including the Heilige Lanze, Agneskrone, and the Österreichische Erzherzogshut abound in the Schatzkammer, the abbey’s treasury. Comprising 45 enamel panels depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament, the Romanesque masterpiece from the 12th century, the Verduner Altar, exhibits Comprising over 800 pages and 500 miniatures, the 14th-century manuscript The Klosterneuburger Evangelienwerk presents the four Gospels.
Things To Do In Klosterneuburg
Among the must-see sights in the town is the Klosterneuburg Monastery, among Austria’s oldest and most important religious and cultural hubs. Founded in 1114, the monastery exhibits a remarkable mix of architectural forms including Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Rococo. The magnificent art and treasures of the monastery—the Verdun Altar, the Babenberg Genealogy, and the Crown of Austria—as well as its striking façade and elegant interior will enthrall visitors. Admission tickets beginning at $171 allow guided visits of the monastery, treasury, and wine cellar.
Another wonderful experience in Klosterneuburg is touring the town center. Wandering through the gorgeous streets, visitors can stop at the neo-Gothic Rathaus (Town Hall) and tour the Stadtmuseum (City Museum), which displays town history, art, and culture spanning prehistoric times to the present. Seeing the collection of modern and contemporary art from Austria and beyond at the Essl Museum of Contemporary Art is equally worthwhile. Visitors may also find local goods, souvenirs, and cuisine at the town center’s several stores, cafés and restaurants.
Klosterneuburg will provide food and drink aficioners with paradise. Among the real and mouthwatering cuisine the town presents are the classic Klosterneuburger Krapfen, a pastry stuffed with apricot jam and topped with powdered sugar. Also available are typical Austrian foods including Wiener Schnitzel (breaded veal cutlet) and Tafelspitz, boiled beef with horseradish sauce. Visitors may taste a range of great local wines, including Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, and Blauer Zweigelt, made in the vineyards of Klosterneuburg, to accentuate the gastronomic experience. Many of the town’s restaurants and wineries offer a friendly environment where one may savor the local cuisine and wine.
Food & Drinks In Klosterneuburg
Serving real Austrian cuisine including schnitzel, beef goulash, and apple strudel, Markgraf Wirtshaus is a little rustic restaurant in Klosterneuburg. The restaurant presents friendly service, large quantities, and a pleasant environment. Using fresh foods, Trat-Wiesner is a sophisticated and modern restaurant combining Austrian and Mediterranean cuisine. Nestled on the Kahlenberg hill above Vienna and the Danube valley, Bonka – Das Wirtshaus im Wienerwald provides a peaceful setting along with a range of Austrian and Central European cuisine.
Hidden gem in the countryside serving traditional and substantial Austrian cuisine including roast duck, venison, and schnitzel is Landgasthaus Scheiblingstein. It provides seasonal cuisine featuring locally grown food as well. Greek restaurant Poseidon offers real and mouthwatering cuisine ranging from gyros to souvlaki to moussaka and tzatziki. Another diner on the Kahlenberg with a panoramic view of Vienna and the Danube is Der Waldhof.
Having a large selection of pizzas, calzones, focaccias, pasta, lasagna, and antipasti, Pizzeria Castel Nuovo is among the best pizzerias in Klosterneuburg. Redinger is a wine bar and restaurant providing tapas, cheese, charcuterie, soups, salads, main courses, desserts, and coffee alongside Austrian and Mediterranean cuisine. Serving classic Austrian cuisine, beer selection, and well crafted cocktails, Gasthaus Trat is a classic and comfortable gastropub.
Top 10 Hotels In Klosterneuburg
Four-star Hotel Schrannenhof 1 in Klosterneuburg boasts tasteful rooms and suites with terraces or balconies. Along with it are a restaurant, bar, garden, and sauna. On the main square, Hotel Anker is a three-star establishment with contemporary rooms overlooking the Danube or the monastery.
On the outskirts of Klosterneuburg, three-star Hotel Höhenstrasse provides large, bright rooms with balconies or kitchenettes. Run by family, Hotel-Pension Goldenberg is a quiet hotel with comfortable rooms with terraces or balconies. In the middle of Klosterneuburg, the two-star Hotel zur Sonne provides basic yet useful rooms with private bathrooms.
Comprising rustic rooms with either exposed brick walls or wooden beams, Hotel Pension Alte Mühle is a charming and rustic hotel housed in a former mill. Unique and historic, Hotel Klosterneuburg presents elegant, classic rooms with views of the Danube or the monastery. Modern and fashionable, Hotel Weingut Schilling features contemporary rooms with terraces or balconies situated within a vineyard.
Offering comfortable and elegant rooms with fireplaces or bathtubs, Hotel Landhaus Fuhrgassl-Huber is a four-star hotel in Vienna’s Neustift am Walde district. Located in the Neustift am Walde area, Hotel Schild is a four-star hotel with roomy balconies or terraces, a restaurant, bar, garden, and gym.
Klosterneuburg Info Card
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | A town in the Tulln District of the Austrian state of Lower Austria, on the Danube river, north of Vienna |
| Elevation | 192 m (630 ft) above sea level |
| Population | About 27,500 as of 2018 |
| Tourism office | Rathausplatz 28, 3400 Klosterneuburg, Austria |
| Postal code | 340x |
| Phone prefix | 02243 |
| Area | 76.2 km<sup>2</sup> (29.4 sq mi) |
| Established | The town was founded in the 12th century around the Klosterneuburg Monastery, which dates back to 1114 |
| Language | German |
| License Plate | KG |
| Districts & Neighborhoods | The town consists of seven cadastral communities: Klosterneuburg-Stadt, Maria Gugging, Höflein an der Donau, Kierling, Kritzendorf, Weidling, and Weidlingbach |
| Weather & Climate | The town boasts a temperate continental climate, with mild summers and chilly winters. Ten.3 °C (50.5 °F) is the average annual temperature; the average annual precipitation is 584 mm (23 in). |
| Best Time To Visit | Your tastes and interests will determine when the best time to visit Klosterneuburg, but generally spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons with mild temperature and less traffic.The town also hosts several religious and cultural events all year long, including the Leopoldi fair in November, the Jazzklosterneuburg festival in June, the Oper Klosterneuburg in July, and the Christmas market in December. |
| Attractions & Landmarks | Among the many attractions and sites the town has to provide are the Klosterneuburg Monastery, the biggest and oldest monastery in Austria with a museum, library, treasury, and wine cellar. |
