# Kloster Wernberg guest house > URL: https://apartments-villach.at/en/blog/kloster-wernberg-guest-house > Language: en > Description: What makes this a place for a quiet day The Klosterrestaurant serves natural cuisine from its own herb and vegetable garden daily from 8:00 to 18:30. After a short walk round you … --- ![](https://apartments-villach.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/kloster-wernberg-gaestehaus-01-320x320.avif?v=1790767112) ## A Renaissance castle with a Klosterladen A Renaissance castle dating from 1227, home to missionary sisters since 1935: Kloster Wernberg is more than a photo motif. The Klosterrestaurant, the Klosterladen and guided tours fill a quiet day nicely. We have described the monastery garden in a separate article. This one is about everything alongside it: the kitchen, the guest house and the history of the house. [Apartment in Villach](https://apartments-villach.at/en/book) ## What makes this a place for a quiet day The Klosterrestaurant serves natural cuisine from its own herb and vegetable garden daily from 8:00 to 18:30. After a short walk round you can therefore eat at your leisure, without having to drive on. If you are interested in the history: since 1227 the house has changed hands several times, from the Khevenhüllers to today’s missionary sisters. ## Highlights at a glance - Historic Renaissance castle with almost 800 years of history - Klosterrestaurant with natural cuisine, open daily from 8:00 to 18:30 - Klosterladen with dairy products and baked goods from the monastery’s own farm - Guest house for overnight stays, time out and spiritual programmes - Easy to reach, with no long walks ## Our insider tip Book a table at the Klosterrestaurant in advance at the weekend. Word about the home-made cooking has got around the region, and on Saturdays plenty of day visitors sit there. ## Practical information Kloster Wernberg guest house Klosterrestaurant daily 8:00 to 18:30 Klosterladen Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:30, Saturday 9:00 to 12:00 Admission to the grounds free of charge Distance from the apartment in Villach approx. 10 km, 15 min. by car Getting there Klosterweg 2, 9241 Wernberg ## Frequently asked questions about Kloster Wernberg ![](https://apartments-villach.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/luisa-kofler-apart-of-me-villach-01-320x320.avif?v=1790767112) ### Off to Villach! The restaurant, the shop and the guided tours all have their own times. Ask us before you set off. Luisa Kofler Ihre Gastgeberin - [+43 664 510 35 74](tel:+436645103574) - [villach@apart-of-me.at (Opens the e-mail program)](mailto:villach@apart-of-me.at) ### Yes, the Klosterrestaurant is open daily from 8:00 to 18:30 and serves natural cuisine from the monastery’s own farm. ### At weekends and for larger groups a reservation is advisable. ### Yes, the grounds, the Klosterladen and the restaurant are open without an overnight stay too. ### Yes, the Klosterladen stocks dairy products and baked goods from the monastery’s own farm, natural cosmetics and gift items. ![](https://apartments-villach.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/apart-of-me-apartments-villach-hero-320x180.avif?v=1790767112) ## Villach as a quiet base Fifteen minutes by car from the apartment, and the day follows you instead of a programme. Book your apartment and take the day off. [Check availability](https://apartments-villach.at/en/book)