Gutenzell Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Gutenzell-Hürbel, Germany
The monastery complex includes a church with medieval foundations and architectural elements modified in later periods, located in Baden-Württemberg.
Founded in 1237 by noble women from the Aichheim family, Gutenzell Abbey received official recognition from Pope Gregory IX in 1238.
The former monastery church stands as part of the Upper Swabian Baroque Route, displaying religious architectural traditions from multiple centuries.
The abbey grounds provide educational opportunities about monastic life through guided tours that explain the site's religious and architectural legacy.
The monastery managed 1,189 subjects across multiple villages and held the privilege of high justice authority over its territories until 1803.
Location: Gutenzell-Hürbel
Inception: 1238
GPS coordinates: 48.11470,9.99597
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:47
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