Abbey of Echternach, 7th-century Benedictine monastery in Echternach, Luxembourg
The monastery complex features a basilica with Romanesque architecture, surrounded by extensive monastic buildings along the Sauer River.
Saint Willibrord established the monastery in 698 after receiving land from Irmina of Oeren, making it the first religious foundation in Luxembourg.
The monastery developed an influential scriptorium during the Carolingian period, producing manuscripts that combined insular and Roman half uncial writing styles.
Visitors can attend religious services in the basilica, explore the museum collections, and participate in guided tours throughout the monastic complex.
During the annual Whit Tuesday procession, participants move forward in a specific pattern, taking three steps forward and two steps back through Echternach streets.
Location: Echternach
Inception: 698
Founders: Willibrord
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 49.81398,6.42209
Latest update: May 12, 2025 19:56
Luxembourg combines castles, nature reserves, and museums. The country features structures like Vianden and Beaufort castles, nature areas like Ellergronn, and industrial sites like the Haut-Martelange Slate Museum. The landscape includes waterfalls, lakes, and medieval castle ruins.
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