The Benedictine Abbey of St. Maurice and St. Maurus, Clervaux, Luxembourg

The Benedictine Abbey in Clervaux is a place full of charm and meaning. It opens its doors to visitors for the daily morning mass and invites you to immerse yourself in the past.

Perched above the town of Clervaux with its bright red roofs, the Benedictine Abbey of St. Maurice and St. Maurus is a striking landmark. It was settled by Benedictine monks from the French Abbey of St-Maur de Glanfeuil and built in 1909/1910 in the neo-Romanesque style.

Today, the abbey is home to about 12 monks who lead a secluded life of prayer and work, following the Rule of Saint Benedict. While the abbey itself is not open to visitors, an interesting exhibition in the crypt provides a glimpse into monastic life. The daily morning mass at 10:00 am in the church offers the opportunity to listen to the monks’ serene Gregorian chants.

After mass, visitors can explore the adjacent souvenir shop, which sells books, art objects, and homemade apple juice made on-site.