historic monument
MonasteryWürzburg
Klosterhof
The so-called Aschaffenburger Hof in Würzburg, originally known in the 13th century as Hof zur Eisernen Hose, is a historic monastic courtyard whose history is closely linked to the Aschaffenburg Collegiate Church. It represents a significant architectural monument in Bavaria.
History+
The property was first documented around 1250 under the name “Hof zur Eisernen Hose”. In 1363, the courtyard came into the possession of the Aschaffenburg Collegiate Church and remained there for almost five centuries, until 1845. This long period shaped its development and function as monastic property.
Location+
The monastic courtyard is located in the city of Würzburg in the federal state of Bavaria, Germany. It is centrally situated within the city and integrated into the historic urban fabric.
On site+
Today, the former monastic courtyard is protected as an architectural monument and bears witness to its long and eventful history. Its architecture and structure reflect the various eras of its use.
Nearby+
- Marienkapelle (approx. 80 m away)
- Grafeneckart (approx. 229 m away)
- Augustinerkloster (approx. 258 m away)
- Kollegiatstift Neumünster (approx. 263 m away)
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