Oetenbach nunnery, Dominican nunnery in central Zurich, Switzerland
The Oetenbach nunnery stood near the Limmat River, featuring a dormitory, church buildings, and gardens within the medieval city walls of Zurich.
Founded in 1201 with support from the House of Rapperswil, the nunnery relocated from Zürichhorn to Sihlbühl due to construction issues at its initial site.
The nunnery operated under Dominican principles, accepting women from different social backgrounds, including Beguines who contributed to medieval religious practices.
The remaining Waisenhaus building at Bahnhofquai 3 now functions as the headquarters for the Zurich city police department.
Wood-carved wainscoting from the nunnery dormitory has been preserved since 1894 at the Swiss National Museum as historical evidence.
Inception: 13 century
GPS coordinates: 47.37410,8.54040
Latest update: March 10, 2025 19:03
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