Kloster Gravenhorst, Cistercian nunnery and art gallery in Hörstel, Germany
The monastery complex includes a church, multiple convent buildings, a mill with pond, bakery, brewery, and historical stone bridges across the grounds.
Founded in 1252 under Bishop Bruno von Isenberg of Osnabrück, the monastery operated as a religious institution for over five centuries until its conversion.
The DA Kunsthaus now functions as a cultural center within the preserved monastery structure, presenting contemporary art exhibitions throughout the historical spaces.
The art gallery maintains regular weekly opening hours and offers free admission to visitors who wish to explore the exhibitions and monastery grounds.
The monastery provides custom-designed picnic blankets for visitors to borrow while enjoying outdoor meals among the art installations in the park.
Location: Hörstel
GPS coordinates: 52.28720,7.62417
Latest update: November 17, 2025 20:05
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