Herrenalb Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Bad Herrenalb, Germany.
Description
Herrenalb Abbey is a monastery complex in Bad Herrenalb comprising preserved structures of the abbot's residence, infirmary, cloisters, and a Romanesque tithe barn with Gothic elements. The site displays various architectural periods from its founding through the present day.
History
Count Berthold of Eberstein founded the monastery in 1148, bringing monks from Neubourg Abbey in Alsace to the northern Black Forest. The place developed over centuries as a center of religious and economic life.
Culture
The Gothic choir of the abbey church was converted in 1739 and now serves as a Lutheran worship space while preserving its medieval architectural character.
Practical
The monastery complex is located at Im Kloster 11 in Bad Herrenalb and is accessible for self-guided exploration and study. The various buildings and ruins can be visited in all weather conditions, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
Did you know?
The monastery houses an empty cenotaph originally intended for Bernard I, Margrave of Baden-Baden, adorned with sculptures of Old Testament prophets. This unfinished monument tells a story of planned honors that were never completed.
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