Gronau, Medieval monastery in Grebenroth, Germany.
Gronau is a former monastery in Grebenroth featuring several historic buildings and structures spread across the compound. The site includes a tithe barn, a gatehouse, a gatekeeper's residence, and remaining portions of the original monastery wall.
The monastery was founded around 1130 by the counts of Katzenelnbogen as a Benedictine community and served religious purposes for centuries. It was converted into a hospital in 1542 and later became a manor estate.
The Protestant church here was built to replace an earlier structure and retained baroque interior furnishings from the previous building. These decorative elements still shape the interior appearance today and show the craftsmanship of earlier times.
The site now houses a bistro and beer garden where visitors can eat and drink while enjoying the historical setting. The grounds are freely accessible and offer a peaceful location with parking available nearby.
The grounds are surrounded by forests and meadows and feature a small water system with a brook and ponds that creates a refuge-like feeling. This natural setting makes the place a quiet retreat away from busier surroundings.
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