Kloster Ohrbeck, Franciscan monastery in Holzhausen, Germany
Kloster Ohrbeck is a Franciscan monastery near Georgsmarienhütte featuring a distinctive round church crowned by a dome. The complex was designed in neoclassical style by architect Johannes Nellesen from Münster and sits within expansive woodland grounds.
The monastery was authorized by the Prussian government in 1917 and first inhabited by Franciscan friars in 1918. It was established on forest land specifically set aside for the religious community's use.
The monastery serves as a center for adult learning and draws people seeking engagement with cultural and social topics. Its spaces host courses, discussions, and events that foster community connection and shared experience.
The exterior is accessible to visitors throughout the day without advance notice. To enter the church interior or see the education facilities, arranging a guided tour in advance is necessary.
The altar painting by Hermann Gottfried spans the entire rear wall of the church and depicts a crucifixion scene on a monumental scale. This work is one of the most striking artistic elements visitors encounter inside.
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