Hovedøya Abbey, Cistercian monastery ruins on Hovedøya Island, Norway
The remains of Hovedøya Abbey include stone walls, cloisters, and foundations that demonstrate the architectural principles of medieval religious construction techniques.
Founded in 1147 by monks from Kirkstead Abbey in England, the monastery operated for nearly 400 years until its destruction during political conflicts in 1532.
The monastery complex incorporated both Romanesque elements in its church design and Gothic features throughout the remaining monastic structures.
The ruins are accessible by a B1 ferry service from Oslo city center, with regular departures connecting visitors to this historical site.
Archaeological excavations between 1930 and 1938 revealed that the monastery owned over 400 properties, including fisheries and timber yards across medieval Norway.
Location: Oslo Municipality
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 59.89555,10.72925
Latest update: April 2, 2025 12:54
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