Kloster Ihlow, Cistercian monastery in Lower Saxony, Germany.
The monastery complex includes a reconstructed vault ensemble reaching 45 meters high, featuring steel and wood structures that represent the original Gothic architecture.
Founded in 1228, the Cistercian monastery served as the largest church between Bremen and Groningen until its dissolution during the Reformation in 1529.
The monastery gardens, restored in 2001, display traditional medicinal herbs and plants that reflect the agricultural practices of medieval Cistercian communities.
The monastery shop, located in the historic forester's house, sells regional handicrafts and operates from Tuesday to Saturday with additional Sunday hours.
Below the reconstructed vault, visitors can explore an exhibition space dedicated to Cistercian history and archaeological findings from the original monastery.
Location: Lower Saxony
Inception: 1228
GPS coordinates: 53.40332,7.45892
Latest update: May 16, 2025 09:37
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