Varensell Abbey, Benedictine abbey in Rietberg, Germany.
The monastic complex includes prayer halls, living quarters, workshops, and a guesthouse situated within landscaped grounds near Rietberg's town center.
Established in 1902 by the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, the institution received abbey status in 1948 and joined the Beuronese Congregation in 1982.
The resident nuns maintain workshops producing altar bread and liturgical garments while operating a religious bookstore featuring handcrafted items.
Visitors can attend daily prayer services at specific times: Laudes at 6:15, Eucharist at 8:15, Midday Prayer at 12:00, Vespers at 17:30, and Compline at 19:45.
The abbey maintains a dedicated space for textile work where sisters create specialized religious garments following traditional Benedictine crafting methods.
Location: Rietberg
Inception: 1902
GPS coordinates: 51.85870,8.43903
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:45
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