Michaeliskloster

Michaeliskloster is a monastery building in Rostock consisting of multiple interconnected wings and sections from different periods. The eastern portion was restored during the 1950s, while the western section was reconstructed in 1994 using specially produced bricks.

Founded in 1401, the monastery grew into an important center for religious and craft activities in northern Germany. The building was heavily damaged by air raids in 1942, leading to major reconstruction efforts afterward.

The monastery was a center for book arts and crafts in the city for centuries. Visitors can still sense this tradition today in the architecture and preserved spaces.

The University of Rostock uses the restored sections of the complex today for its special collections and archives. Visitors should note that access to some areas may be limited and advance inquiry is advisable.

The bricks of the western section were specially manufactured to match the physical properties and appearance of the original medieval materials. This careful reconstruction work demonstrates the attention paid to restoring the building accurately.