About
The Convent of St Gall, a perfect example of a great Carolingian monastery, was, from the 8th century to its secularization in 1805, one of the most important in Europe. Its library is one of the richest and oldest in the world and contains precious manuscripts such as the earliest-known architectural plan drawn on parchment. From 1755 to 1768, the conventual area was rebuilt in Baroque style. The cathedral and the library are the main features of this remarkable architectural complex, reflecting 12 centuries of continuous activity.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
Plan your visit
Hours
Abbey Library, Vaulted Cellar, and Exhibition Space: Oct-Jun daily 10:00-17:00; Jul-Sep daily 10:00-18:00. Last admission 15 minutes before closing. Certain 2026 closure dates apply, including Apr 20 and Nov 9-23.
Admission
Free
Combined Abbey ticket: adults CHF 18, students/apprentices CHF 12, groups CHF 16 or CHF 10, Kultur-Legi CHF 5, audioguide CHF 5. Children under 16 with parents free.
When to go
- Time of day: Morning, Afternoon
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Indoor + outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- No guide needed
Tags
Planning Chur
The rest of my Chur saves, on the city's planning pages.