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Alpirsbach Monastery
Unique insights into a monastery church and school

VARIED BACKGROUNDSINTERESTING & AMUSING FACTS

Learn more about the fascinating history of Alpirsbach Monastery: establishing the monastery amidst a conflict between emperor and pope, Alpirsbach as an important center of the Württemberg Reformation or an insatiable monk. Delve into the world of Alpirsbach Monastery. 

Student at Alpirsbach Monastery

Benedictine Monastery and School

Piety and power politics led to the founding of the Benedictine monastery in the 11th century, amidst a power struggle between the pope and the emperor.

Milestones
Portrait of Ambrosius Blarer, 16th century

Characterized by the Reformation

Alpirsbach became an important center of the Württemberg Reformation in the mid-16th century: Three lives tell the story.

Figures
St. Benedict

Interesting Facts about the Monastery

An insatiable monk and a dirty prank with severe consequences are just some of the thrilling stories from Alpirsbach Monastery.

Anecdotes
Column pedestal in the church at Alpirsbach Monastery

Bound to Romanesque Architectural Traditions

Romanesque architecture and Gothic multiformity characterize Alpirsbach Monastery today.

History of design
View of Alpirsbach Monastery

Background

Historic snapshots, unusual events and interesting research lie within Alpirsbach Monastery.

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