MonasteryVohburg an der Donau

Franziskanerkloster Vohburg

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Branch church

The Franciscan Monastery Vohburg, a former monastic site in Bavaria, is notable for its historical significance and its location within the Pfaffenhofen region. It stands as a testament to the area's monastic heritage.

History+

The Franciscan Monastery Vohburg was established in 1726. For many decades, the Franciscan order shaped monastic life at this location. The monastery was dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua. As a result of secularization, the monastery was dissolved in 1802, marking the end of its independent history as a convent.

Location+

The former monastery is situated in Vohburg an der Donau, a town in the district of Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm in Bavaria, Germany.

On site+

The former monastery church now functions as the Catholic filial church of St. Antonius, thereby continuing to serve as a place of worship and faith.

Nearby+
  • Pflegschloss (Castle, approx. 112 m away)
  • Former Monastery Church, now Catholic Filial Church St. Antonius (Monastery, approx. 241 m away)
  • Schloss Wackerstein (Castle, approx. 4067 m away)
  • Kloster Münchsmünster (Monastery, approx. 5407 m away)

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