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Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery is a Cistercian monastery in the Bavarian town of Waldsassen. In the Middle Ages it belonged to the so-called Cheb region.

The city of Waldsassen

The town of Waldsassen is located a few kilometers from Cheb on the other side of the state border in Bavaria. Accessibility of this place is by car, bicycle, but also on foot.

The city of Waldsassen
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Waldsassen Monastery

The monastery was founded in 1133 by Margrave Děpolt III. from Vohburg.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

In 1571, the monastery was abolished. The restoration took place in 1669, when a priory was established here and the Waldsessen monastery returned to the status of an abbey in 1690. In 1803 the male monastery was abolished and from 1863 there are Cistercians.

Waldsassen Monastery

There is free access to the church, without paying the entrance fee. Shooting is possible.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

In the vicinity of the monastery there are classic German pubs with open terraces.

Waldsassen Monastery

It is possible to park for 2 hours free of charge in the reserved car parks. It is necessary to have a clock with you, which you place behind the car window.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

The church is currently being restored. The side chapels are closed.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

There is a library in the monastery, which is accessible after paying the entrance fee.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

Organ concerts are held in the church.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

The crypt is also accessible in the church.

Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery
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Waldsassen Monastery

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21.08.2017 19:56
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