Peace and Quiet While Painting and Drawing at Niederaltaich Abbey

You’ll be staying at the Landvolkshochschule Niederalteich educational center, right next to
Niederaltaich Abbey—a Benedictine monastery on the Danube in Lower Bavaria, in the Diocese of Passau.
Nestled between two large, green courtyards, framed by the venerable basilica and the Byzantine church. In absolute tranquility. Niederalteich is located directly on the Danube, at the gateway to the Bavarian Forest between Deggendorf and Passau.

Look forward to dishes from our creative country-style kitchen.
Made primarily with regional, seasonal, and organically produced ingredients.
We place special value on small-scale farming. When purchasing ingredients, we prioritize organically safe and fair-trade foods. Healthy, seasonal (whole-food) cuisine, freshly prepared every day! Featuring everything nature has to offer in every season.
We can accommodate all food intolerances for an additional fee.
Please specify this when registering.

We paint and draw daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. (3:00 p.m.) to approximately 5:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m.).
Theory lessons and short practice sessions are an integral part of the daily schedule. Otherwise, you’ll receive individual guidance on any questions you may have. The course is also suitable for beginners. Through a respectful exchange of experiences, you’ll discover how soothing and relaxing creative work is for both body and mind. All painting styles and materials are permitted. Please do not use oil paints, as they dry too slowly. The adjacent monastery and the beautiful surroundings offer plenty of opportunities to paint and draw outdoors at this spiritual place of power.

150 km from Munich, 80 km from Regensburg, 40 km from Passau,
Niederaltaich is located on the Danube, about 10 km east of Deggendorf, directly off the A3 highway, Exit 111 (Hengersberg–Niederaltaich).

Traveling by train: The IC/EC station is Plattling; from there, take the train to Deggendorf. From the Deggendorf train station, Niederaltaich can be reached by bus or taxi.
The nearest bus stop is in the town center, about 150 m from the monastery.