Capuchin monastery Feldkirch, Capuchin monastery in Feldkirch, Austria

The Capuchin monastery of Feldkirch, founded in 1602, consists of the church Mariä Opferung, a plain rectangular building with a flat wooden ceiling, choir, monks' choir and a pitched roof with a small roof turret. Its Neo-Romanesque high altar was made between 1890 and 1893 after plans by Father Virgil Gangl and executed by lay brother Wenzel Schnitzer. At right angles to the church stands the Fidelis Chapel with a Neo-Gothic altar from 1911 by Fidelis Rudhart.

The monastery was founded in 1602 and faced closure and confiscation during World War II. Following its reopening, it underwent full restoration in 2007.

The monastery is tied to Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, whose veneration is reflected in yearly observances that bring people together. You can visit the chapel dedicated to this saint and see how his memory is honored in the community.

The monastery offers lodging for pilgrims and groups and operates a food distribution area for those in need. Plan ahead if you wish to stay overnight or participate in organized gatherings.

The Fidelis Chapel, built at right angles to the church, contains the original cell of Saint Fidelis, added in 1729 with his panelling, writing desk, wooden coffin and prayer stool. An exhibition room on the saint was created there in 2007.