Kloster Schmerlenbach
Kloster Schmerlenbach, Benedictine monastery in Hösbach, Germany.
The monastery complex includes a church with Gothic and Romanesque architectural elements, surrounded by natural pathways and contemplative gardens.
Founded in 1218 by Gottfried von Kugelnberg, the monastery received imperial protection in 1309 from Emperor Heinrich VII, exempting it from duties.
The monastery houses a revered 30-centimeter Madonna figure from 1380, which has drawn pilgrims to the site since 1518.
The site now functions as an educational and retreat center called Maria an der Sonne, operated by Pallottine monks since 1985.
The church ceiling features paintings from 1759, reflecting architectural influences from the renowned builder Balthasar Neumann.
Location: Hösbach
Inception: 1218
GPS coordinates: 49.98620,9.22840
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:50
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