# Kloster Wernberg near Villach > URL: https://apartments-villach.at/en/blog/kloster-wernberg-near-villach > Language: en > Description: What to expect at the convent The convent garden with its herb and vegetable beds invites you to stroll, with no programme waiting for you anywhere. The convent shop stocks homema… --- ![](https://apartments-villach.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/kloster-wernberg-bei-villach-01-320x320.avif?v=1790767112) ## The quietest garden in the area around Villach Behind the walls of a Renaissance castle dating from 1227 lies one of the quietest places in the area around Villach. The convent garden of Wernberg is freely accessible during the day, costs no admission and really is quiet. The Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood have lived here since 1935 and tend the garden themselves. [Apartment in Villach](https://apartments-villach.at/en/book) ## What to expect at the convent The convent garden with its herb and vegetable beds invites you to stroll, with no programme waiting for you anywhere. The convent shop stocks homemade products from the convent’s own farm, and the convent restaurant serves natural cooking from its own garden. ## Highlights at a glance - Historic Renaissance castle dating from 1227 with an eventful history - Convent garden with herb and vegetable beds, free to stroll through - Convent shop with dairy products from the farm, baked goods and natural cosmetics - Convent restaurant with natural cooking, open daily - Slow Trail Kloster Wernberg over 2.6 km to the nearby Drava loop ## Our insider tip Add the Slow Trail Kloster Wernberg. The 2.6 km walk starts right at the convent and leads to the Drava loop, which is a good place to watch birds. ## Practical information Kloster Wernberg near Villach Opening hours garden and grounds freely accessible during the day Convent shop Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:30, Saturday 9:00 to 12:00 Convent restaurant daily 8:00 to 18:30 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 opening hours of the convent garden change with the season. We are happy to check for you. 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) ### No, the convent garden and the grounds are open free of charge during the day. ### Yes, the convent runs a guest house for individuals, couples and families. ### The restaurant at the convent opens daily from 8:00 to 18:30. What lands on the plate is above all what the convent’s own farm supplies. ### Yes, many guests combine a short walk through the garden with some shopping in the convent shop or a break in the restaurant. ![](https://apartments-villach.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/apart-of-me-apartments-villach-hero-320x180.avif?v=1790767112) ## Quiet days with Villach as your base Fifteen minutes by car from the apartment, and the convent garden costs nothing but the time you give it. Book your apartment – the day will set the rest. [Check availability](https://apartments-villach.at/en/book)