St. George's Abbey

St. George's Abbey is a Benedictine monastery in Isny im Allgäu featuring a church with baroque and Rococo elements. The building rises above Kirchplatz with its distinctive onion dome and displays richly decorated interiors throughout.

The monastery was founded in 1096 by the Counts of Altshausen-Veringen and received papal approval in 1106. It survived fires in 1284 and 1631 that destroyed earlier buildings, before the current church was constructed from 1660 to 1666.

The monastery was the religious and economic heart of Isny for centuries, shaping how the town grew and functioned. Monks managed the surrounding lands and organized the market, which helped make the town prosper.

The abbey is centrally located at Kirchplatz and easily accessible on foot. Visitors can tour the church on most days, though access may be limited during services or special events.

The church was designed by architect Giulio Barbieri, an Italian master who shaped southern German baroque design. His work at the abbey stands as one of the most important architectural achievements of his era in the region.

Location: Isny im Allgäu

Inception: 1096

GPS coordinates: 47.69390,10.04290

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07