Loccum Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Rehburg-Loccum, Germany
Loccum Abbey is a monastery complex from the 12th century featuring a Romanesque church, cloister, and various service buildings set within a historical forest landscape. The layout reflects the typical arrangement of a monastic community with its separate spaces for prayer, learning, and daily work.
The monastery was founded in 1163 through a donation by Count Wilbrand von Hallermund and initially followed Cistercian monastic rules. At the end of the 16th century it adopted the Lutheran faith and transformed away from its original monastic purpose.
The monastery remains a place where regular prayers and musical performances shape the rhythm of daily life within its grounds. These spiritual practices show how the site has functioned as a center for prayer and community across centuries.
Visitors can explore the grounds on their own or join guided tours to learn more about the architecture and history. The monastery sits in a quiet, forested area that makes it easy to reach and offers a peaceful visiting experience.
The monastery houses the oldest preaching seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hanover, which began teaching in 1795. This tradition of theological training has made the site an important center for training Lutheran ministers.
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