Kloster Heilsbruck

This former Cistercian abbey features well-preserved medieval structures surrounded by thick stone walls, including a refectory, monastic courtyards, and historic wine cellars with cross-shaped foundations that showcase centuries of architectural evolution.

Founded in 1232 and relocated from Harthausen to Edenkoben, the monastery received imperial protection from Rudolf of Habsburg in 1281 and Ludwig the Bavarian in 1339 before being dissolved during the Reformation in 1560.

The monastery played a central role in regional wine production and owned properties in 46 communities, serving as both a spiritual center for Cistercian nuns and an economic powerhouse until its destruction during the Peasants' War in 1525.

Located at Klosterstraße 170 in Edenkoben, the site now operates as a winery offering wine tastings and cultural events, though the historic buildings are not publicly accessible and can only be viewed from the exterior.

The monastery church was built unusually on top of ancient wine cellars with a cruciform layout, making these underground storage areas the oldest surviving parts of the entire monastic complex.

Inception: 1232

GPS coordinates: 49.28335,8.11492

Latest update: July 24, 2025 13:09