The Commandery of Winnenden was founded in 1288 when the Teutonic Order established a settlement here. Over the centuries, the monastery developed into an important stronghold of the order in Southwest Germany. The commandery played a role in the administration and management of the order's estates and shaped the religious and economic life of the surrounding area.
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Deutschordenskommende Winnenden
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The Teutonic Order Commandery of Winnenden, a historic monastery, is located in the Rems-Murr district of Baden-Württemberg. This complex of the Teutonic Order, with its origins dating back to the late 13th century, represents a significant testament to the order's history in the region.
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The former monastery is situated in the town of Winnenden in the Rems-Murr district, a region in Baden-Württemberg. The complex is located at an elevation of approximately 283 meters above sea level.
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Parts of the Teutonic Order Commandery of Winnenden are preserved today, bearing witness to its former importance. The surviving architectural elements reflect the architecture and function of the complex.
Nearby+
- Altwinnenden Ruin (Ruin, approx. 3098 m away)
- Grossheppach Castle (Castle, approx. 6119 m away)
- Beutelsbach Ruin (Ruin, approx. 7396 m away)
- Hochdorf Castle (Castle, approx. 7962 m away)
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