Capuchin Friary, Monastery in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland.
The Capuchin Friary is a monastery in Rapperswil-Jona situated on a peninsula along the shore of Lake Zürich, featuring rose gardens and a grotto on its grounds. The buildings include historic structures such as a former defensive tower that became part of the town fortifications.
The monastery was founded in 1606 as a religious community and remained an important spiritual center over the centuries. In 1662, the buildings were integrated into the town fortifications when the location gained strategic significance.
The friary serves as a center for Catholic spirituality where the local community gathers for religious services and spiritual meetings. Visitors can experience the active presence of the religious community that welcomes guests into their daily life.
The monastery welcomes visitors for week-long stays who wish to share the daily life of the religious community with priests and nuns from different traditions. The grounds are accessible from town and offer quiet spaces and gardens to explore.
On the grounds stands the medieval Einsiedlerhaus building, which marks the location of a former ferry crossing point. This spot once connected the mainland to nearby islands on the lake.
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