WELCOME TO NEUZELLE ABBEY
experience the baroque marvel of brandenburg
750 years – Anniversary year 2018
CLOSE TO HEAVEN
Neuzelle Abbey shines radiantly ahead of the 750th anniversary of its founding. The “Baroque marvel of Brandenburg” is among the most significant artistic treasures in the state. As one of the few completely preserved abbey complexes in Europe, the Cistercian monastery to the south of Frankfurt (Oder) offers a unique blend of architecture, culture and (garden) art.
Visitors feel close to heaven here, amidst the picturesque landscape. The monks agree, as they are returning to the river Oder after 200 years. Cistercian monks of the Holy Cross Order plan to reoccupy Neuzelle Abbey from 2018.
Worthy grounds for celebration: in its anniversary year 2018, Neuzelle Abbey is inviting visitors to enjoy an exquisite programme of cultural events entitled “Close to Heaven” that will remain as fond memories in the minds of its visitors for a long time to come.
You are warmly invited to join the celebrations.
Kloster-Information Neuzelle
In der Kloster-Information finden Sie alle Informationen rund um das Kloster Neuzelle, Eintrittskarten, Veranstaltungsticket und Museumshopprodukte. Die freundlichen Mitarbeiter geben eine gute Orientierung auf der Klosteranlage und beraten Sie ausführlich. Telefon 033652 81450 | service@stift-neuzelle.de
Neuzelle Abbey
Cloister and Abbey Museum
The cloister and its adjoining rooms were constructed between 1380 and 1450 and have been preserved in their late Gothic style. ...
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Abbey Church of St. Mary’s
Among the most stunning impressions is the opulent, completely preserved interior in the Catholic Abbey Church of St. ...
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Museum of the Heavenly Theatre
The Museum of the Heavenly Theatre displays the most valuable treasure in the monastery: a Passion depiction of the Holy ...
Orangery
Nestled in the enchanting environment of the Orangery, Kulturcafé Barocco invites guests to enjoy a snack in summer.
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Abbey Gardens
The Baroque Abbey Gardens are situated behind the garden gate. Here you can enjoy one of the most ...
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Protestant Church of the Holy Cross
The Protestant Church of the Holy Cross stands a little off to the side, as it was built as a church for the common ...
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A magnificent, complete work of art
The beautiful view of the complex from the Abbey pond gives a foretaste of the cheerfully southern, overall atmosphere of the monastery, which sets it apart from the preponderance of redbrick that otherwise dominates the architecture in Brandenburg. The late Gothic complex was redesigned in the magnificent style of Bohemian Baroque from 1650 onward – a consummate work of artistic and intellectual splendour that left contemporary visitors awestruck with amazement and continues to do so today.
With its two Baroque churches, the Baroque Abbey Gardens, the late Gothic cloister and its artistic treasures, Neuzelle is among the most significant Baroque and artistic monuments in the east and north of Germany.
All aspects of the complex will be beautifully presented to mark the 750th anniversary of the Abbey: concerts, celebrations and artistic installations on Abbey Square, the new exhibition in the cloister and the Abbey Museum, the spectacular, alternating scenery in the Museum of the Heavenly Theatre, the illuminated Baroque gardens or commemorative church services, devotional prayers and concerts in the churches – experience cultural, artistic and spiritual diversity in Neuzelle Abbey.
THE STORY BEGINS IN 1268, WHEN HENRY THE ILLUSTRIOUS, MARGRAVE OF MEISSEN, FOUNDED THE ABBEY.
Events
All events for 2023 will be published here shortly.
Tickets are available online as well as from all box offices by Reservix Ticketshop and on-site at Visitor Information Neuzelle.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Opening times
MUSEUMS*Cloister and Abbey Museum |
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April to September
Tue – Sun 10 am – 6 pm and on holidays |
October to March
Tue – Sun 10am – 4pm and on holidays |
Museum of the Heavenly Theatre | |
April to September
Tue – Sun 10 am – 6 pm and on holidays |
October to March
Tue – Sun 10am – 4pm and on holidays |
Abbey Gardens | |
Please note: The Abbey Garden will remain closed in case of snow, ice, and storm.May to September daily 10am – 8pm | October to April daily 10am – 4pm |
CHURCHES**Abbey Church of St. Mary’s |
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May to October
Mon – Fri 10 am-4 pm |
November to April
Mon – Fri 12 pm-3pm |
Church of the Holy Cross | |
Sa 11 am-4 pm
Sun 12 pm-4 pm Please note: Opening hours of the churches may vary due to worship services and other parish obligations. |
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*Admission up to 30 minutes before closing time. The museums are always closed from Dec 24 – 26 as well as Dec 31 – Jan 1. **No admission during church services and devotions |
ADMISSION
Adults | Reduced * | Families | Groups (of 15 and more) |
Cloister and Abbey Museum | |||
EUR 5.00 | EUR 3.00 | EUR 8.00 | EUR 3.00 |
Museum of the Heavenly Theatre | |||
EUR 5.00 | EUR 4.00 | EUR 8.00 | EUR 4.00 |
Cloister and Abbey Museum + Museum of the Heavenly Theatre | |||
EUR 8.00 | EUR 6.00 | EUR 14.00 | EUR 6.00 |
*School children, students and persons receiving benefits.
Free admission for children under 12 All prices are per person and inclusive of VAT |
GUIDED TOURS
Our range of guided tours provide interesting insight into the history, significance, architecture and art of Neuzelle Abbey. Lasting around two hours, the “Baroque Abbey” tour takes visitors through the Catholic Abbey Church of St. Mary’s, the Protestant Parish Church of the Holy Cross, the Abbey Gardens and the Museum of the Heavenly Theatre. The “From Gothic to Baroque” tour lasts approximately one hour and introduces visitors to the late Gothic cloister, the Catholic Abbey Church of St. Mary’s and the Abbey Gardens.
Contact Visitor Information Neuzelle at tourismus@neuzelle.de for bookings and further information.
TOURIST INFORMATION |
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New address: Bahnhofstr. 22, 15898 Neuzelle; 033652 6102
Good Friday to October 31 Mon 10am – 1pm Tue – Fri 10 am – 5pm Sat/ Sun/public holidays 11am – 3pm The Tourist Information is always closed from Dec 24 – 26 as well as Dec 31 – Jan 1 |
November-Holy Thursday
Mon 10am – 1pm and with appointments Tue – Fri 10am – 4pm Sat/ Sun/public holidays 11am – 3pm |