Trub Abbey, Benedictine monastery in Emmental, Switzerland
Trub Abbey is a former Benedictine monastery with stone buildings in the Emmental region, its church now serving as a Reformed parish church for the municipality of Trub. The complex displays different building periods, with a converted farmhouse in the south wing and various architectural elements from different eras.
The monastery was founded in 1101 and gained independence in 1139 after Pope Innocent II and King Conrad III confirmed its rights. It was dissolved during the Reformation in 1528, marking the end of its role as an active religious center.
The monastery shaped religious life across the Emmental region for centuries and influenced how local people organized their daily affairs. The church remains a focal point for the community today, reflecting its enduring importance to residents.
The site is best visited during daylight hours when the church and former monastery grounds are accessible. Visitors should be prepared for uneven terrain and wear comfortable shoes, as the complex is spread across multiple levels and historic pathways.
The monastery once owned roughly 40 properties scattered across western Switzerland, including 28 in the Emmental region plus vineyards, before dissolution. This widespread landholding made it one of the more prosperous institutions of its era.
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