Former monastery buildings, Religious architectural ensemble in Interlaken, Switzerland.
The former monastery buildings form an architectural complex that blends styles from medieval times through the Renaissance, with distinct design elements visible across different sections. Today they serve as office and administrative spaces for the district government.
This site began in 1133 as an Augustinian convent and became one of the region's most influential religious institutions by the 13th century. The Reformation in the 16th century marked a turning point when the property was taken over by secular authorities.
These buildings were once the heart of religious life for the surrounding community, drawing people for worship and learning. When the Reformation changed the region's faith landscape, the site transformed into a secular space used by government.
You will find these buildings at Schloss 1-11 in Interlaken, where they now serve as district administration offices. Access to the interior spaces may be limited since the buildings are active government facilities with ongoing work.
Between 1746 and 1750, a new castle replaced sections of the original medieval structure, becoming the administrative center you see today. This blend of two different periods creates a layered visual story on the same site.
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