Erkenbertruine

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In 1119 an Augustinian monastery was built in Frankenthal, the ruins of which, known after the founder, as the Erkenbertruine, still stand today in the town centre. The former church was destroyed during World War II in 1943.

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Frankenthal, Germany

Established
1119

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