Töss Convent, Dominican convent in Töss, Winterthur, Switzerland.
The medieval stone convent stands near the Töss River, featuring traditional religious architecture with a central courtyard and surrounding corridors.
Founded in 1201, the convent underwent changes in 1245 when it transformed from an Augustinian establishment to a Dominican monastery under papal authority.
The convent houses the Lives of the Nuns of Töss manuscript, documenting the experiences of 39 nuns through prioress Elsbeth Stagel's writings.
The convent maintains regular hours for religious services and receives visitors throughout the year through the main entrance on the north side.
The site evolved from a religious institution to an industrial complex when Johann Jacob Rieter established a textile factory within its walls.
Location: Töss
Location: Winterthur
Location: Zürich
Inception: 13 century
Part of: list of cultural properties in Winterthur/district 4
Address: Klosterstrasse
GPS coordinates: 47.48770,8.70321
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:00
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