Břevnovský klášter
The oldest monastery for men in Bohemia, founded in 993. The guided tour leads through the Baroque St Margaret’s Basilica, the Romanesque crypt and the prelature with the Tereziánský sál (Theresian Hall).
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About the museum
Břevnov Monastery (Břevnovský klášter) was founded in 993 by Duke Boleslaus II and the Prague bishop St Adalbert (Vojtěch). Adalbert, who had got to know Benedictine monasteries in Italy, brought the first community of monks to Bohemia from Niederaltaich in Lower Bavaria. According to legend, the monastery was founded at the spring of the Brusnice, where Adalbert removed a beam that prevented animals from drinking, which is how the place got its name.
The monastery became a centre of spiritual life, learning and the economy. The present Baroque complex was built in the 18th century to designs by Kryštof and Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer and is protected as a national cultural monument. In 1993 Pope John Paul II raised the Břevnov monastery to the rank of archabbey.
Guided tours, given either by a guide or directly by one of the monks who live here, go through St Margaret’s Basilica, the 11th-century Romanesque crypt and the representative rooms of the prelature, including the Theresian Hall. The site, covering about 12 hectares, is also used for culture, accommodation, restaurants, weddings and concerts. It is managed by the company Správa břevnovského kláštera s.r.o., in cooperation with the archabbey.
Highlights
- St Margaret’s Basilica by the Dientzenhofers
- Romanesque crypt from the 11th century
- Prelature with the Theresian Hall
- Tours with the monks who live in the monastery
- Baroque complex of about 12 hectares
Permanent exhibition
- Komentovaná prohlídka kláštera – The tour goes through St Margaret’s Basilica, the 11th-century Romanesque crypt and the prelature with the Theresian Hall.
- Founded
- 993
- Operated by
- Benediktinské arciopatství sv. Vojtěcha a sv. Markéty; správa areálu: Správa břevnovského kláštera s.r.o.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 180 Kč |
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| Reduced | 120 Kčseniors from 65 and students from 15 |
| Children & teens | 80 Kčfree up to age 6 · Children aged 7–14 pay CZK 80; children under 6 enter free. |
| Seniors | 120 KčSeniors from 65. |
| Visitors with disabilities | 80 Kčcompanion free · Holders of a ZTP card pay CZK 80; holders of a ZTP/ZTP-P card and their guides enter free. |
| Students & apprentices | 120 KčStudents from 15. |
| Groups (10+ people) | –Groups are limited to 50 people; no group or family discounts are offered. |
| Families | –The monastery does not offer family tickets. |
Tickets are paid for at the information centre before the tour starts, in cash only; payment by card is not possible. Tours are not part of the discount offers run by the City of Prague.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The monastery is not step-free, and the tour route may vary slightly for operational reasons.
Kids & families
Only partly suitable for kids
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 6 |
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- Family tours & workshops
A tour for primary and secondary schools is prepared, taking in the church, the crypt and the Vojtěška pavilion. Themed programmes for nursery and primary schools are run by the Břevnov parish. Children under 6 enter free.
Getting there & parking
The site is in Břevnov, Prague 6, near Markétská Street. Tours start at the information centre in the former granary, close to the main gate.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
- Restaurant
- Museum shop
On site there are the restaurant Klášterní šenk and the monastery bar (výčep). The information centre in the former granary sells books, souvenirs, products from the monastery brewery and light snacks. Accommodation is also available at the Hotel Adalbert.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
- Weddings / ceremonies
The historic halls and gardens are available for hire for conferences, concerts and wedding ceremonies.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 1.5 hrs |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | The tour takes about 90 minutes and is intended for groups of up to 50 people. Individual visitors, families and small groups of up to 9 people do not need to book in advance, but it is advisable to check availability (tel. +420 220 406 111, klaster@brevnov.cz). Groups of 10 or more must book in advance. The school route goes through the church of St Margaret, the crypt and the garden pavilion Vojtěška. |
