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Heiligenkreuz Abbey

Heiligenkreuz Abbey

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Heiligenkreuz Abbey

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Location: Heiligenkreuz, Bezirk Baden, Vienna Woods, Lower Austria, Austria

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1. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Mödling

50.9km

03:34

520m

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2. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Baden Landesklinikum

48.7km

03:03

390m

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3. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Bad Vöslau

42.3km

02:55

450m

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September 22, 2025

The Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz experienced a turbulent history in the 20th century, marked by considerable challenges. After the First World War in 1918, the monastery, like many other religious institutions, faced severe financial difficulties. Emergency sales, including valuable collections from the abbey, became necessary to ensure the community's survival.

The situation worsened during the reign of the National Socialist regime. During these difficult years, the monks of Heiligenkreuz suffered repression and deprivation. However, with the end of the Second World War in 1945, a new era of hope and renewal began.

Today, the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz is one of the most important and vibrant monasteries in Austria. In addition to the mother monastery, it also oversees the priories of Neukloster, Stiepel, and Neuzelle. Currently, approximately 100 monks live and work in Heiligenkreuz, devoting themselves to a variety of tasks, particularly pastoral care in 23 parishes. Furthermore, the monastery is a respected educational center, with around 300 students, primarily prospective priests, currently enrolled at its university. Thus, Heiligenkreuz makes a lasting contribution to spiritual and cultural education.

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April 13, 2025

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Location: Heiligenkreuz, Bezirk Baden, Vienna Woods, Lower Austria, Austria

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1. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Mödling

2. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Baden Landesklinikum

3. Helenental Cycle Path – Heiligenkreuz Abbey loop from Bad Vöslau

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