historic monument
MonasteryVolkach
Klostergebäude
In Kitzingen, Bavaria, stands a historic ancillary building that once belonged to the Carthusian monastery. This structure bears witness to the rich monastic past of the region and is now protected as a listed building, underscoring its significance for cultural heritage.
History+
The origins of the building are closely linked to the Carthusian order, which once maintained a monastery here. As a former ancillary building, it played a supportive role in monastic life and the administration of the convent. Its existence is a silent testament to the structure and organization of a Carthusian monastery in earlier centuries.
Location+
The historic ancillary building is situated in the town of Kitzingen, located in the region of Bavaria in Germany. Its precise position within the town points to the historical extent and arrangement of the former monastic complex.
On site+
Today, the former ancillary building is designated as a listed building in Bavaria. This ensures its preservation and maintenance for future generations, even though its original monastic use has long ceased. It stands as a testament to a bygone era.
Nearby+
- Kloster Pons Mariae (sacred building, approx. 56 m away)
- Stadtbefestigung Volkach (town fortification, approx. 688 m away)
- Stadtbefestigung Volkach-Oberes Tor (town fortification, approx. 777 m away)
- Stadtbefestigung Volkach-Unteres Tor (town fortification, approx. 840 m away)
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Location: 49.8625, 10.2165