Metten Abbey, Benedictine monastery in eastern Bavaria, Germany
The monastic complex sits between the Danube valley and Bavarian Forest, featuring multiple structures including a church, ceremonial hall, and two libraries.
Founded in 766 by Gamelbert of Michaelsbuch, the abbey transformed from a ducal establishment to a royal institution when Charlemagne acquired it in 788.
The baroque library, constructed between 1722 and 1726, contains 150,000 volumes focusing on theology, philosophy, and historical manuscripts from different centuries.
The monastery operates a boarding school named St.-Michaels-Gymnasium, which provides education with emphasis on classical studies and modern languages.
A manuscript discovered in 1415 within the abbey library revealed the meaning of specific abbreviations used on Saint Benedict Medals.
Location: Metten
Inception: 766
Founders: Gamelbert of Michaelsbuch
Part of: Bavarian Congregation
Address: Abteistraße 3,Abteistraße 6
Website: http://kloster-metten.de
GPS coordinates: 48.85557,12.91625
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:28
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