Kloster Neuendorf

Kloster Neuendorf is a Cistercian monastery near Gardelegen featuring a brick church, low cloisters, and associated monastic buildings. The church's stained glass windows date from different centuries and display various craftsmanship techniques.

The monastery was founded in 1228 as a Cistercian convent and became one of the wealthiest female monasteries in the Altmark region. Its importance grew through close connections with the Alvensleben family, who served as patrons and protectors.

The complex serves as a cultural space today, with rotating art exhibitions displayed in the church sacristy. This blend of historical architecture and contemporary shows shapes how visitors experience the place.

The monastery sits east of Gardelegen's city center and is easily reached via the B188 federal highway. The setting sits between moorland and hills, creating a sense of open space around the buildings.

A heritage room in the monastery contains a detailed scale model of the original complex. This model shows the layout of medieval monastic architecture and helps visitors understand how the place was originally organized.

Location: Gardelegen

Inception: 1228

GPS coordinates: 52.52572,11.45908

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:13