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Kloster, Augustinian monastery in Münnerstadt, Germany.

The monastery complex contains stone walls, towers, and garden areas arranged in accordance with traditional Cistercian architectural principles.

Founded in 1279 by the town of Münnerstadt, the monastery remained active until the Peasant Wars when monks fled to Würzburg.

The Augustinerbibliothek houses 62,000 volumes, including texts from the 15th century and first editions of German literature classics.

The monastery section converted in 2002 provides assisted living facilities for both religious order members and general residents.

The library holds the oldest parchment from 1240 written in Alemannic language and original pamphlets by Martin Luther.

Location: Münnerstadt

Inception: 1156

Founders: Herman van Stahleck

Address: Maria Bildhausen 5

GPS coordinates: 50.27694,10.28750

Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:39

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