Some sights in Austria are guaranteed to
take your breath away. The sight of the monastery known as Stams Abbey (Stift
Stams) is definitely one of them. It certainly doesn’t shy away from its
surroundings, demanding to be seen and noted even against the backdrop of some
of the Tyrol’s finest and highest mountains.
The building dates back to 1273 and now,
more than 700 years later, visitors are invited to take a guided tour to find
out more about its history. There is a famous distillery here too, giving
visitors the opportunity to see where the fruits of the surrounding area end
up. And yes, you can purchase a number of items from the nearby shop, including
alcoholic drinks and cider vinegar.
It’s worth remembering this is still a
working monastery and convent, and as such the monks here can be seen going
about their usual business. They run the tours as well as working in the
distillery and bakery, and they also take good care of the grounds. A visit to
the abbey is definitely an experience you may not have had before; it is a fine
way to get an insight into how life is lived in this part of the Tyrol – and
has been for centuries.
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