Kloster Einsiedeln
Kloster Einsiedeln
4.5
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
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This 1,000-year-old monastery a short drive from the city is home to the Black Madonna Shrine, an important pilgrimage destination.
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Nelda22
Genève135 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Beautiful architecture, peaceful gatherings for the devout or not devout, magical atmosphere.
Be sure to visit during the monks singing around 5 pm.
A power place.
Have witnessed amazing health recoveries after visiting the black madonna.
Be sure to visit during the monks singing around 5 pm.
A power place.
Have witnessed amazing health recoveries after visiting the black madonna.
Written 10 October 2020
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Swissdiver
Geneva, Switzerland7,751 contributions
Sept 2020
When finally I could get there, I was totally impressed by this abbey. It is massive and beautiful. The church is very nicely decorated (see the picture). And the part of the cluster is still public, with notably horse stables. There is also a cafe on the side of the building. Don't miss it if you happen to be in the area. And read its history!
Written 1 August 2021
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AuntieLuLu11
Stuttgart, Germany349 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
Very popular pilgrimage church in a small town. The gift shop of the abbey offers religious items and candles but also local food and beverage items. Underground parking is available and close by.
Written 15 April 2020
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reiserclan
Seattle, WA123 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
We took the train from Zurich to Einsiedeln to specifically see this Church and abbey. It was beautiful and held its own against the churches of Europe. The art work on the ceilings and the interior Shrine to Our Lady of Einsiedeln were worth the trip. The interior is Baroque with a lot of pink stucco and cherubs. This pink color was not a common one for me to see in a Catholic church. I also don't believe I've encountered as many cherubs as what seemed to be present here. The pulpit was phenomenal and a true work of art. The trip up to it was also picturesque with rolling hills and sheep grazing on their steep sides. The walk around the grounds was also pleasant and added to the ambiance. There was a horse stable towards one corner. We went through the courtyard that led to the on-grounds gift shop and encountered the angelic voices chanting the Angelus. That added to the whole experience and made it that much more memorable. The little town around it also seemed pleasant and peaceful with many options for restaurant dining.
Written 2 July 2013
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Muller-reizen-op-pad
The Netherlands458 contributions
Aug 2021
What an impressive venue! You can look hours at it and never a dull moment! Also the stables are impressive! Don't go on a tuesday because then a lot of the venue is closed.
Written 24 August 2021
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PekkaT_010
Switzerland442 contributions
Oct 2020
Definitely worth visit, impressive experience and impressive, beautiful church. Also the city (or village) seemed to be nice.
Written 15 October 2020
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IllyCoffeeDrinkers
Flagstaff, AZ1,114 contributions
Jun 2019
We visited Kloster Einsiedeln on a June weekday with a large group of friends. A Swiss couple traveling with us graciously organized a very informative guided tour. We were all very impressed with the beauty and architecture of the church and the Monastery’s library (photos of the library are attached). The library has a very impressive collection of extremely old and rare books and manuscripts. The nearby courtyard, which includes stables for local residents’ horses, is a truly spectacular setting. Upon entering the courtyard, it felt as if we had walked onto a set for a Disney film (photo attached). On our way out, we also enjoyed the Kloster's gift shop. Prior to touring the Kloster, we walked and shopped through Einsiedeln and its extensive local street market. The shops and market offered many interesting and practical items from a wide variety of sellers. We also had an excellent lunch at a local restaurant. Bottom line, we recommend a visit to the Kloster and a stroll through the town.
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Written 19 October 2019
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Rockyroadtofreedom
North Yorkshire, UK38 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
A huge abbey, associated abbey buildings and large stable block. On the pilgrimage route of Jakobsweg. If you plan to visit and want to see the whole of the Abbey you should probably check online when services are held as access inside the abbey is restricted during worship although you can still get in the abbey, but not pass the foyer area. The frescoes on the walls and ceilings are stunning as is the rare black Madonna. In summer if you visit there is a blessed water fountain outside the abbey which you can use to fill up any empty water bottles you might have. There is also a shop in the abbey grounds selling Roman catholic artefacts. The abbey doesn't have any designated car parking for visitors and as Einsiedeln is a busy place it can sometimes be tricky to find a place to park. From the train station it's a 10/15 walk uphill.
Written 11 March 2018
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Written 12 March 2018
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Greg-Turnbull
Zurich, Switzerland158 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
Like Lourdes, this has health-giving waters from the fountains out front. The inside is just amazing, as is the black madonna, then round back is the shop, stables, etc., truly a magical place...
Written 29 March 2017
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Written 30 March 2017
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Erika-Panni
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa137 contributions
Jul 2013 • Couples
While on holiday in Switzerland visited many beautiful and wonderful places, amongst Kloster Einsiedeln. Tourist are pouring to visit to see its wealth (we were there in summer, high tourist season). Very quiet and security-guards are onsite to protect … Unfortunately to take photographs in the Kloster itself is prohibited.
We took a walk around the Kloster, there is a shop to buy "Kloster-made' souvenirs, chocolates, wines… and outside the Kloster' premises we can find a small market with vendors selling swiss souvenirs. And you just gotta love Einsiedeln with its streets, shops, restaurants and coffee-houses...
We took a walk around the Kloster, there is a shop to buy "Kloster-made' souvenirs, chocolates, wines… and outside the Kloster' premises we can find a small market with vendors selling swiss souvenirs. And you just gotta love Einsiedeln with its streets, shops, restaurants and coffee-houses...
Written 9 June 2014
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La fontana dalle 14 cannelle che leggenda narra?
Written 27 January 2019
KlosterEinsiedeln
Einsiedeln, Switzerland
Il libro dei Proverbi dice: "Prov. 9,1 La Saggezza costruì la loro casa e scolpì le sue sette colonne". Questa frase è interpretata da Mary. Cristo è la saggezza e nasce attraverso Maria. (Cristo abita nella casa dei sette colonne). Questo è il motivo per cui il pozzo ha sette pilastri su ogni lato due tubi.
Written 29 January 2019
Bonjour. Je me propose de passer dans la région en septembre. Je désire savoir si l'on a absolument besoin de payer un guide pour effecteur la visite ou si une visite autonome est possible ?
Written 16 August 2018
Bonne journée, le monastère, en particulier l'église peut être visité tous les jours du matin au soir. Que vous le fassiez individuellement ou en groupe guidé, vous êtes libre.
La bibliothèque et les autres lieux spéciaux du monastère ne sont accessibles que par une visite guidée.
Written 22 September 2018
is there any english website that i can get dome information about kloster einsiedeln?
Written 5 October 2016
Jerry100739
Califon, New Jersey
I would like to know how far from the train to the Abby. Also is there a way to track down a name from the 1920s
Written 4 March 2015
KlosterEinsiedeln
Einsiedeln, Switzerland
Sorry for the late answer: It is a walk of around 10 minutes from the train Station to the monastery.
Written 18 July 2015
Can someone please tell me the times of day the monks chant. Thank you.
Written 3 February 2015
KlosterEinsiedeln
Einsiedeln, Switzerland
Sonn- und Feiertage
06.15 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
07.15 Uhr Morgengebet/Laudes (Oberer Chor)
08.00 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
09.30 Uhr Konventamt (Klosterkirche)
11.00 Uhr Pilgermesse (Klosterkirche)
16.30 Uhr Abendgebet/Vesper/Salve Regina (Klosterkirche)
17.30 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
20.00 Uhr Nachtgebet/Komplet (Klosterkirche)
Werktage
05.30 Uhr Vigil (Klausur)
06.15 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
07.15 Uhr Morgengebet/Laudes (Klosterkirche)
08.30 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
09.30 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
11.15 Uhr Konventamt (Klosterkirche)
12.05 Uhr Mittagsgebet (Klosterkirche)
16.30 Uhr Abendgebet/Vesper/Salve Regina (Klosterkirche)
17.30 Uhr Eucharistiefeier (Gnadenkapelle)
20.00 Uhr Nachtgebet/Komplet (Klosterkirche)
Written 18 July 2015
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