Neuwerk Nunnery, Romanesque monastery in Mönchengladbach, Germany.
Neuwerk Nunnery is a Benedictine convent on the eastern side of Mönchengladbach featuring semicircular arches and solid stone construction typical of Romanesque design. The complex comprises multiple buildings arranged around a courtyard with a church as its central structure.
The monastery was founded in the 13th century and underwent later transformations, including a period as a Cistercian facility. It later served as a collegiate church for noblewomen before settling into its current form.
The nunnery takes its name from the medieval term for new works and remains home to sisters whose daily routines shape the community life. Visitors can enter the chapel and observe how the religious community conducts its prayers and sacred rituals.
The nunnery opens to visitors during set hours, with guided tours in German explaining the architecture and history. It is advisable to check opening times in advance and wear comfortable shoes as you walk through the grounds.
The convent maintains a medieval herb garden where plants are cultivated using traditional methods just as monks did centuries ago. These plants were historically used for healing and in monastic medicine.
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