Convent of the Dominican nuns of Estavayer

The convent features a chapel constructed with blue and yellow Molière shell sandstone and Hauterive limestone, displaying traditional Swiss architectural techniques.

Founded in 1686, the monastery includes a triptych created by Hans Geiler in 1521, which functions as the central reredos of the chapel.

The monastery maintains an active religious community where Dominican nuns continue their order's traditions through daily prayers and spiritual practices.

Located near the southern entrance of Estavayer-le-Lac, the chapel remains open daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, with dedicated hours for religious services.

Raymond Mirande's tabernacle and Bernard Schorderet's modern stained glass windows from the 1970s combine traditional and contemporary religious art.

Location: Estavayer

Location: Canton of Fribourg

Inception: 1686

Part of: list of cultural properties in Estavayer

Address: Grand Rue 3

GPS coordinates: 46.84800,6.84800

Latest update: March 11, 2025 05:54