Braunau in Rohr Abbey
Braunau in Rohr Abbey, Benedictine monastery in Rohr in Niederbayern, Germany.
Description
Braunau in Rohr Abbey is a Benedictine monastery in Lower Bavaria with an abbey church featuring a high altar containing thousands of hand-carved stone figures. The three-dimensional sculptures create a dramatic depiction of the Assumption of Mary with detailed figures showing various scenes and characters.
History
The monastery was founded in 1133 by Adalbert of Rohr and traces a long tradition of monastic life. After dissolution in 1803 during secularization, Benedictine monks returned only after World War II.
Culture
The high altar shows the Assumption of Mary through life-sized figures arranged like actors on a stage. Visitors experience religious art expressed through theatrical arrangements of biblical scenes.
Practical
The site is easily accessible and visitors can explore the monastery grounds on foot. A secondary school operates on the premises, so some areas may have limited access during school hours.
Did you know?
After World War II, the east wing was rebuilt to shelter Benedictine monks exiled from Broumov in Bohemia. This group brought their monastic tradition with them and helped revive the community.
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