Monastery in the Au, Benedictine convent in Trachslau, Switzerland.
The Monastery in the Au is a Benedictine abbey at the edge of Trachslau, featuring a modern church structure within the wider religious complex. The site combines traditional monastery architecture with contemporary elements in its overall design.
The monastery was founded in 1359 and received its present form after a fire through major reconstruction in 1619. These events shaped the site's development and its current appearance.
The monastery remains home to a stable religious community that shares its grounds with various visitors. The sisters shape daily life at the site through their presence and regular spiritual routines.
The monastery is reachable via the Chlösterliweg, a walking path connecting Trachslau with Einsiedeln and suitable for pedestrians and cyclists. The good connection makes a visit feasible even for day trips.
The grounds are regularly used by mountain bikers who ride trails through the surrounding forests and hills. This unusual blend of religious life and outdoor sport activity gives the place a distinctive character.
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