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Founded: 1899Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: German Empire (Germany)
Rating
4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)
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Carsten Kauf (3 months ago)
I went to this venerable monastery site by bike on the way to Billerbeck. Unexpectedly, the silhouette of the building appeared behind one of the hills of the tree mountains and attracted me almost magically. The monastery lay like a mirage in the afternoon sun. Strange. Time shifted. Exalted but not powerful. I then sat on the pedestal of an obelisk for a good hour and let my eyes wander. The tower bells struck five times, and later they rang to call for Vespers. A few monks and a few guests found their way to prayer. Time passed and an inner calm spread more and more. When is the right time for the return journey? What is hidden behind the walls? What is the purpose of the other buildings in the complex? It was clear to me, "I'll go there again!" When I got home, this desire was even stronger and I did some research on the internet. In the head the monastery tavern with its large parasols and the numerous guests, and above all this historic sandstone masonry. What can I say? Mail written, got a very nice reply back. The result is that I am going to walk a good 30 kilometers with my son, who will be 30 years old, and spend two nights in the facility. Maybe some of my questions will be answered afterwards, maybe they are no longer important ...
I went to this venerable monastery site by bike on the way to Billerbeck. Unexpectedly, the silhouette of the building appeared behind one of the hills of the tree mountains and attracted me almost magically. The monastery lay like a mirage in the afternoon sun. Strange. Time shifted. Exalted but not powerful. I then sat on the pedestal of an obelisk for a good hour and let my eyes wander. The tower bells struck five times, and later they rang to call for Vespers. A few monks and a few guests found their way to prayer. Time passed and an inner calm spread more and more. When is the right time for the return journey? What is hidden behind the walls? What is the purpose of the other buildings in the complex? It was clear to me, "I'll go there again!" When I got home, this desire was even stronger and I did some research on the internet. In the head the monastery tavern with its large parasols and the numerous guests, and above all this historic sandstone masonry. What can I say? Mail written, got a very nice reply back. The result is that I am going to walk a good 30 kilometers with my son, who will be 30 years old, and spend two nights in the facility. Maybe some of my questions will be answered afterwards, maybe they are no longer important ...
Mi Hei (3 months ago)
A beautiful monastery in a beautiful area. You can eat very well there. Westphalian cuisine at good prices. There is also a nice playground there.
A beautiful monastery in a beautiful area. You can eat very well there. Westphalian cuisine at good prices. There is also a nice playground there.
Rudy Hagedorn (2 years ago)
A gem and place of peace and mindfulness. Do not miss to visit the chant times of the monks, one of the rare locations left in Germany where you can still here Gregorian Chants, unplugged. Excellent restaurant plus one of the best specialised bookshops in this part of the country. Bed & Bike guestroom offers, not only for pilgrims. Placed in the middle of a net of nice trekking routes. Highly recommend.
A gem and place of peace and mindfulness. Do not miss to visit the chant times of the monks, one of the rare locations left in Germany where you can still here Gregorian Chants, unplugged. Excellent restaurant plus one of the best specialised bookshops in this part of the country. Bed & Bike guestroom offers, not only for pilgrims. Placed in the middle of a net of nice trekking routes. Highly recommend.
Peter Maddern-Wellington (2 years ago)
Enjoyed the cafe'. Courteous staff.
Enjoyed the cafe'. Courteous staff.
R. Allermann (2 years ago)
So schön. Ein wunderschöne Anlage. Das Klosterrestaurant ist sehr zu empfehlen. Alles super lecker. Auch die kleineren 'Mitbringsel' wie Marmelade, Gewürze, Kekse usw. sind sehr gut. Kommen sehr gerne nach Gerleve.
So schön. Ein wunderschöne Anlage. Das Klosterrestaurant ist sehr zu empfehlen. Alles super lecker. Auch die kleineren 'Mitbringsel' wie Marmelade, Gewürze, Kekse usw. sind sehr gut. Kommen sehr gerne nach Gerleve.
