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: The Himmelsgarten – A Masterpiece of Sacred Art
The famous "Himmelsgarten" (celestial 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.
Good to know
- Food & Drink
- Accessible by bus line 910 or on foot via the Benedictine Way
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Benedictine Way
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Creation Path on Michaelsberg Hill
Length: 5 km
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Franconian Brewery Museum
Closed, opens at 1PM
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Information Centre on Michaelsberg Hill
Closed, opens Friday at 10:30AM
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Monastery Shop on Michaelsberg Hill
Closed, opens Friday at 10:30AM
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Monastery church St. Michael
Closed, opens Friday at 11AM
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Monastery gardens of St. Michael’s
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North pavilion of the St. Michael monastery garden
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St. Michael's Monastery
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Vineyard on Michaelsberg
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Winegrower's cottage
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“Wandelung” by Kazuo Katase
