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Abbey library of Saint Gall
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The Abbey Library of Saint Gall is one of the oldest and most significant monastic libraries in the world. Located within the UNESCO-listed Abbey of Saint Gall in the city of Sankt Gallen, Switzerland, the library is renowned for its breathtaking Rococo hall, which features ornate woodwork, frescoes, and stucco decorations. Visitors can explore a collection of over 170,000 volumes, including manuscripts dating back to the 8th century. The library's interior is a masterpiece of Baroque design, with curved galleries and intricate ceiling paintings that create an atmosphere of scholarly grandeur. A visit here offers a unique glimpse into medieval intellectual life and the preservation of knowledge.
Don't miss
- Admire the Rococo hall's ornate woodwork and frescoes
- View ancient manuscripts, including the 8th-century Codex Sangallensis
- See the mummy of an Egyptian priest on display
- Explore the library's permanent exhibition on monastic culture
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Abbey library of Saint Gall
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGuided tour of Albi at the time of the cathedrals5★ · 28 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$23 per personSee dates →
Most bookedDublin, Trintiy College Library Tour & Book of Kells5★ · 63 travelers~4 hoursFrom$110 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleSt. Gallen Foxtrail Columban4.8★ · 10 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$45 per personSee dates →More attractions in Sankt Gallen