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Marienberg Abbey – Burgusio-Burgeis, Abbazia di Monte Maria 002📷 Mattana, CC BY-SA 3.0

Marienberg Abbey

Malles Venosta, Italy

History

A white Benedictine abbey at 1,340 metres above Burgusio, one of the highest in Europe, with Romanesque frescoes of angels in its crypt. A museum explains monastic life; a car park lies beside the abbey.

Nearest town
Malles Venosta, Italy
Category
History & culture
GPS
46.7043, 10.5226

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Italy: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autostrade; pay at the barrier by card or cash. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Camping Gloria VallisCampsite
    5 km from Marienberg Abbey
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping Zum SeeCampsite
    7 km from Marienberg Abbey · 20 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping ThöniCampsite
    7 km from Marienberg Abbey · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
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  • Camping KiefernhainCampsite
    10 km from Marienberg Abbey
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
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  • Camping Residence SägemühleCampsite
    11 km from Marienberg Abbey
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  • Camping BadlerhofCampsite
    17 km from Marienberg Abbey
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All campsites in Italy · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Marienberg Abbey?

Marienberg Abbey is in Malles Venosta, Italy, at GPS 46.7043, 10.5226. It is about 4 km from Glorenza.

Can you camp near Marienberg Abbey?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Mals, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 24 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Marienberg Abbey?

Marienberg Abbey is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Val Venosta: Merano to Lake Resia and the Stelvio.

What is there to see near Marienberg Abbey?

Places worth a stop nearby: Churburg Castle (6 km), Submerged bell tower of Curon (12 km), Passo dello Stelvio (20 km) and Tarasp Castle (22 km).

When is the best time to visit Marienberg Abbey?

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)