The Teutonic Order Commandery Kapfenburg was founded in 1364. From this point, the monastery served as an important settlement of the Teutonic Order. It existed for a long period and was eventually dissolved during the secularization in 1805/06.
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Kapfenburg
The Teutonic Order Commandery Kapfenburg, a historic monastery, is situated in the Ostalb region of Baden-Württemberg. Its history is closely intertwined with the Teutonic Order, which shaped this site for centuries.
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The former monastery is located in the Ostalb region of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Its precise elevation is approximately 624 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, the Teutonic Order Commandery Kapfenburg stands as a testament to its former significance as a monastic settlement. Its current condition and use reflect the long history of the site.
Nearby+
- Kapfenburg Castle (castle, approx. 51 m away)
- Gromberg Ruin (ruin, approx. 3241 m away)
- Westhausen Castle (castle, approx. 3263 m away)
- Wagenhofen Castle (castle, approx. 4646 m away)
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