Gymnasium Dionysianum

Gymnasium Dionysianum is a secondary school in Rheine featuring multiple buildings with specialized spaces for chemistry, computer science, and a meditation area. The facilities reflect contemporary educational standards and student needs.

Franciscan monks founded this educational institution in 1658, making it the oldest gymnasium in Rheine. Prince-Bishop Christoph Bernhard von Galen laid the foundation stone, marking the beginning of its long history.

The name references Dionysus, the ancient god of education and culture, reflecting the school's humanistic focus. This classical heritage remains visible today in how the campus is organized and maintained.

The school is located on Anton-Führer-Straße and is accessible by foot or public transport. Keep in mind that this is an active school campus, so access may be restricted during class hours.

The grounds are known for hosting the first Stolpersteine (memorial stones) placed in Rheine in 2004, honoring Holocaust victims. These small remembrance markers tell personal stories connected to the school community.

Location: Rheine

Inception: 1658

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: Anton-Führer-Straße 2

Website: http://dionysianum.de

GPS coordinates: 52.28265,7.43199

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41