Sightseeing & CultureAbbey
The Abby's Church
Einsiedeln Abbey
The Einsiedeln Abbey extends over a thousand year history. At the heart of the abbey is the abbey church where the monks gather daily for church service.
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Chapel of Grace / Black Madonna
Einsiedeln Abbey
Whoever enters the church will stand in a big, octagonal room and will see right in front of her-himself the Lady of the Chapel made out of black marble. It is the prayer site of the first Meinrad of Einsiedeln.
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Lady Fountain
Abbey Square
The Lady Fountain is located in the center of the square. Many of the pilgrims drink from it. The fourteen taps equate to the Fourteen Holy Helpers. The water of the Saint Meinrad is attributed to having a healing effect.
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Abbey Library
Einsiedeln Abbey
The Abbey Library stores handwritings and books that reach back till the foundation of the abbey in the 10th century.
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The Great Hall
Einsiedeln Abbey
This baroque ceremonial hall was once the welcome hall of the prince-abbot. Today the hall is used regularly for concerts and exhibitions. Attached to this hall is a collection of string instruments.
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Salve Regina
Einsiedeln Abbey
The monks of the abbey worship daily at 16.30 o’clock, say the Vesper and sing afterwards in the Chapel of Grace the polyphonic Salve Regina.
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Stable / Horse Breeding
Einsiedeln Abbey
The stable of the Abbey is considered the home of the oldest horse breed in Europe.
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Way of the Cross
An Invitation for Meditation
To walk on the Einsiedeln Way of the Cross has become an unforgettable experience for many pilgrims.
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Abbey Shop
Einsiedeln Abbey
Visitors will find a great selection of attractive offers in the abbey shop.
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