Einsiedeln

The municipality of Einsiedeln extends across 99 square kilometers of agricultural lands and forests at an elevation of 882 meters in central Switzerland.

The Benedictine Abbey, established in 934 following the settlement of Saint Meinrad, transformed the area into a significant religious center through medieval times.

The Black Madonna statue within the Abbey Chapel draws numerous Catholic pilgrims who participate in regular religious ceremonies and annual celebrations.

Visitors reach Einsiedeln through direct train connections from Zurich, with the journey taking approximately 40 minutes through the Swiss countryside.

The town maintains Switzerland's oldest working horse breeding facility, which continues to produce and train Einsiedeln horses since the 16th century.

Location: Einsiedeln District

Elevation above the sea: 882 m

Shares border with: Alpthal, Altendorf, Innerthal, Oberägeri, Unteriberg, Vorderthal, Feusisberg, Freienbach, Oberiberg, Rothenthurm

Website: https://einsiedeln.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.12778,8.74306

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:35