Altenhohenau

The Dominican monastery Altenhohenau stands on a hill overlooking the Bavarian countryside, featuring stone walls and traditional religious architecture elements from medieval times.

Founded in 1235, the Altenhohenau monastery served as a center for Dominican religious activities and education throughout the medieval period in Bavaria.

The monastery maintains its status as an architectural heritage monument, representing centuries of monastic traditions and religious practices in southern Germany.

Visitors can reach the monastery via local roads connecting to Griesstätt, with guided tours available through regional historical organizations.

The monastery contains original architectural elements from the 13th century, demonstrating the construction techniques and designs used in medieval Bavarian religious buildings.

Location: Griesstätt

Inception: 1235

Address: Altenhohenau 10

GPS coordinates: 48.00816,12.17745

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:41