Eschenbach Abbey

Eschenbach Abbey is a Cistercian monastery in Eschenbach, Switzerland, consisting of a large building complex that includes a parish church dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and a mortuary chapel. The buildings maintain their historic character and serve the religious community living there.

The abbey was founded in 1290 for Augustinian nuns and moved to its current location in Obereschenbach in 1309. The community became Cistercian in 1588 and has shaped religious life at this place since then.

The religious community here follows the Rule of Saint Benedict and shapes the spiritual life of the place. Visitors can observe this living tradition through daily practices and in how the spaces are arranged and used.

The abbey is located at Freiherrenweg 11 and welcomes visitors, also offering spiritual retreats and religious conferences throughout the year. Plan ahead as it is an active religious community with specific visiting customs and guidelines.

The monastery complex features a remarkable large sundial that was installed in 1683 during renovations to the guest house wing. This astronomical work was a distinctive feature among Swiss monastery buildings of that era.

Location: Eschenbach

Part of: list of cultural properties in Eschenbach LU

Address: Freiherrenweg 11 (/ Bahnhofstrasse 1, 1.1), 6274 Eschenbach LU

GPS coordinates: 47.13282,8.32057

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20