High above the old town rises Michaelsberg, one of Bamberg's seven hills. It has shaped the cityscape for over a thousand years. Impressive buildings, a terraced garden, orchards and a vineyard surround the former Baroque monastery complex. From here, you can enjoy an incomparable view of the World Heritage city.
Highlight: Der Himmelsgarten – ein Meisterwerk der Kirchenkunst
The famous sky garden in St. Michael's monastery church features over 580 detailed images of plants – from native herbs to exotic species such as pineapple and pomegranate. The Baroque ceiling painting from 1617 is unique in its botanical diversity and is being carefully restored as part of the current renovation. Therefore, what the masterpiece will look like in the future remains a secret.
Gut zu wissen
- Gastronomie
- Anfahrt mit der Buslinie 910 oder zu Fuß über den Benediktinerweg
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Creation Path on Michaelsberg Hill
Length: 5 km
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Monastery Shop on Michaelsberg Hill
Closed, opens Thursday at 11AM
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Monastery gardens of St. Michael’s
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St. Michael's Monastery
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Benedictine Way
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Franconian Brewery Museum
Closed, opens on 1. April
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Information Centre on Michaelsberg Hill
Closed, opens on 2. April
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Vineyard on Michaelsberg
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Winegrower's cottage
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“Wandelung” by Kazuo Katase
