Abbey of Hauterive, Cistercian monastery in Hauterive, Switzerland
The Hauterive Abbey stands on a meander of the Sarine River, 7 kilometers from Fribourg, featuring traditional Cistercian architectural elements and natural surroundings.
Founded in 1132 by Baron Guillaume de Glâne, the abbey received papal confirmation from Innocent II in 1142 and maintained continuous monastic presence except during the 19th century.
The monastery contains a collection of decorated choir stalls and tracery windows added during architectural improvements under Abbot Peter Rych between 1320 and 1328.
The abbey welcomes visitors for guided tours by appointment and offers accommodation facilities for those seeking extended stays in the monastic environment.
The monastery maintains an active farming operation while hosting spiritual retreats for young adults between 18 and 35 years old to experience monastic life.
Location: Hauterive
Location: Canton of Fribourg
Inception: 1132
Part of: list of cultural properties in Hauterive FR
Address: Chemin de l’Abbaye 17–19
GPS coordinates: 46.76399,7.11775
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:30
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