Weingarten Abbey

Weingarten Abbey is a Benedictine monastery crowned by the Church of Saint Martin, constructed between 1715 and 1724 following designs by architect Donato Giuseppe Frisoni on Martinsberg hill. The building complex blends Baroque architecture with functional spaces, now partly serving as residential quarters, partly as a university and diocesan academy.

The monastery was established around 935 as a convent and gained independent status in 1274. The current Baroque church rose in the early 18th century and has defined the place's character ever since.

The place holds a sacred relic that continues to draw pilgrims today and remains central to local religious practice. This form of devotion shapes how the community sees itself and is kept alive through regular gatherings of visitors at the site.

Visitors should know that parts of the grounds are used by the university, so access to some areas may be limited. It is worth checking opening hours in advance and heading for the church as the main destination.

The monastery houses a Gabler organ from the 1740s, still regarded as one of southern Germany's finest musical instruments. Its sound and construction make it a masterwork of organ building that draws music lovers from across the region.

Location: Weingarten

Inception: 1274

Architects: Donato Giuseppe Frisoni

Capital city: Weingarten

GPS coordinates: 47.80885,9.64448

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23