St. Clemens, Filial church and architectural monument in Oberberghausen, Germany.
St. Clemens is a filial church and protected monument in Oberberghausen, surrounded by dark coniferous forests with three poplars marking a waycross. The walled cemetery contains original wrought-iron grave crosses from earlier centuries.
The Benedictine monastery of Weihenstephan received the properties in the 11th century, after which a stone church replaced an earlier wooden chapel. This connection to the monastery shaped the site's development for generations.
The interior holds a high altar with figures crafted using a regional technique from the 17th century. These works show how local artisans applied their skills to religious pieces.
The church sits within forest and is surrounded by a walled cemetery that remains under protection. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as access runs through forest paths that can be muddy, especially during wet seasons.
After the last residents left in 1884, the land was transformed into a willow plantation that drew forestry experts from around the world. This plantation became a place where professionals shared knowledge about woodland management and growing techniques.
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