Øm Abbey, Cistercian abbey ruins in Skanderborg Municipality, Denmark.
The remnants of Øm Abbey stand between Mossø and Gudensø lakes, featuring stone foundations that outline the original monastery layout from the medieval period.
Founded in 1172 by Cistercian monks from Vitskøl Abbey, the monastery operated until 1560 when the last monk transferred to Sorø Abbey following the Reformation.
The Øm Abbey Chronicle, written by local monks between 1207 and 1267, documents monastic life and provides detailed records of medieval Danish society.
The museum at Øm Abbey offers audio guides in English and displays archaeological findings, including original graves and artifacts from medieval times.
The monastery grounds contain a medicinal garden with 80 different plant species that reflect the medieval herbs used by monks for healing purposes.
Location: Skanderborg Municipality
Inception: 1172
GPS coordinates: 56.05230,9.74940
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:35
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