Former Benedictine monastery Muri

The monastery complex features a central church with five organs and extends over an area of 250 by 200 meters.

Founded in 1027 by Ita of Lorraine and Count Radbot of Habsburg, the monastery became the richest abbey in Switzerland during the 17th century.

The monastery church combines elements of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architecture, with the Loreto Chapel serving as a burial place for Habsburg dynasty members.

The former monastery now functions as a regional cultural center, offering regular organ concerts and educational programs throughout the year.

The monastery maintained a dual-monastery system for over a century until the Benedictine nunnery of Hermetschwil separated in the early 13th century.

Location: Muri

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Part of: list of cultural properties in Muri AG

Address: Marktstrasse 2, 4, 5630 Muri 5630

GPS coordinates: 47.27498,8.33797

Latest update: May 13, 2025 02:37