Kloster St. Raphael, Kloster in Deutschland
Kloster St. Raphael is a former monastery in Aachen founded in the early 1900s that cared for young girls and elderly people for more than 70 years. The complex includes a chapel with a tall bell tower, residential buildings, and expansive grounds with old trees and winding pathways.
The Sisters of the Holy Cross built the monastery in 1903 and dedicated themselves to caring for girls and elderly people. During both world wars, the complex served as a hospital and shelter, and in 1945, Dwight D. Eisenhower visited the grounds.
The name refers to the archangel Raphael, the protector of travelers and healing, reflecting the original mission of the Sisters. Today, visitors can recognize traces of this religious community in the preserved courtyards and pathways, where people lived and worked for many decades.
The grounds are freely accessible and ideal for walking, cycling, or picnicking with family and friends. The well-maintained paths are easy to navigate and wind through the preserved green spaces, with several areas inviting you to sit and relax.
The former monastery chapel was converted into one of the first protected churches in Germany to house apartments, while preserving its valuable stained glass windows from the 1960s and 1980s. The project received an international award in 2014 for successfully blending history with modern living.
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