The Munderkingen monastery was founded in 1418. It was placed under the patronage of Saint Anne and developed over the centuries. The Franciscan convent shaped the religious and social life in its surroundings until it was dissolved in 1782 as part of the secularization.
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Franziskanerinnenkloster Munderkingen
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The Franciscan Convent Munderkingen, a historical monastery in Baden-Württemberg, is nestled in the landscape of the Alb-Donau region. It is characterized by its long history and its former significance as a spiritual center.
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The former monastery is located in the Alb-Donau region in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It lies at an elevation of approximately 521 meters above sea level.
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After its dissolution in the late 18th century, the monastery building was put to new use. Today, the preserved structures bear witness to the former monastic presence in Munderkingen.
Nearby+
- Untermarchtal Monastery (Monastery, approx. 2203 m away)
- Untermarchtal Castle (Castle, approx. 2584 m away)
- Emerkingen Castle Ruin (Castle, approx. 2865 m away)
- Mochental Benedictine Provostry (Monastery, approx. 4330 m away)
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