Loretokapelle, Chapel of Loreto at former Benedictine monastery, Muri, Switzerland
The Loretokapelle stands within the grounds of the former Benedictine monastery, featuring distinct Baroque architectural elements and detailed craftsmanship throughout its interior.
The chapel traces its origins to the Benedictine monastery established in 1027 by Radbot, Count of Habsburg, and his wife Ita, Countess of Lorraine.
The Loretokapelle holds recognition in the Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property of National Significance, demonstrating its central role in Switzerland's religious heritage.
Located at Marktstrasse in Muri, canton of Aargau, the chapel operates under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Basel and maintains regular visiting hours.
The chapel contains multiple historical organs, including instruments crafted by renowned builders Joseph and Viktor Ferdinand Bossart in the eighteenth century.
Location: Muri
GPS coordinates: 47.27520,8.33787
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:07
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