The founding of Säckingen Monastery is dated to the year 501, with Saint Fridolin considered its founder. Originally conceived as a double monastery, the men's monastery only existed until the 11th century. The women's collegiate church developed into a royal proprietary monastery, whose abbess was elevated to the rank of Imperial Princess by King Albrecht I in 1307. This special status underscores the importance of the collegiate church at that time. In the course of secularization, the women's collegiate church was dissolved in 1806.
MonasteryBad Säckingen
Säckingen Abbey
The Noble Secular Collegiate Church of St. Fridolin in Säckingen, a former monastery, is located in the district of Waldshut in Baden-Württemberg. It is known for its long history, dating back to the early Middle Ages, and its role as a royal proprietary monastery.
History+
Location+
The former monastery is situated in the town of Waldshut in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, at an elevation of approximately 294 meters above sea level.
On site+
The buildings of the former women's collegiate church of St. Fridolin are now part of the town of Bad Säckingen and bear witness to its rich past. The exact current use of the individual historic buildings is diverse and shapes the townscape.
Nearby+
- Haus Hallwillerhof (manor house, approx. 165 m away)
- Schloss Schönau (castle, approx. 238 m away)
- Burgruine Wieladingen (castle ruin, approx. 5320 m away)
- Schloss Schwörstadt (castle, approx. 6286 m away)
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