Prüfening Abbey, Benedictine monastery in Regensburg, Germany.
Prüfening Abbey is a former Benedictine monastery in Regensburg featuring a Romanesque basilica dedicated to Saint George. The building displays 12th-century characteristics with a prominent transept and interior wall paintings that remain visible today.
Bishop Otto I of Bamberg founded the monastery in 1119, establishing it as one of the region's early monastic communities. The monastery remained active until Bavarian secularization in 1803, when it ceased its religious operations.
The name Prüfening derives from Saint Pirmin, whose veneration runs deep in the region. The church serves today as a parish church and functions as a gathering place for the local Catholic community.
The former abbey grounds now house a Montessori school, so access to the buildings is limited and visitors should be respectful of school activities. The church itself remains open to visitors as a functioning parish church during standard hours.
A notable feature is the tomb of the first abbot Erminold, created around 1283 by a master builder from Regensburg Cathedral, which holds artistic significance. This work demonstrates the high craftsmanship of medieval stone carving in the region.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
