Kloster Werd, Franciscan monastery on Werd Island, Eschenz, Switzerland
The monastery stands on a small island in Lake Constance, connected to the mainland by a 200-meter wooden walkway across the water.
The monastery traces its origins to Saint Otmar, the first abbot of St. Gallen, who lived in exile on the island until his death in 759.
The resident Franciscan brothers maintain daily religious services in the monastery chapel while also performing pastoral work in the streets of Zurich.
Visitors can reach the monastery through the wooden bridge from Eschenz and access portions of the island along with the monastery chapel.
The island features a reproduction of the Chartres Cathedral labyrinth, extending 444 meters in length despite the limited space available.
Location: Eschenz
Location: Thurgau
GPS coordinates: 47.65530,8.86722
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:43
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