Monument
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Grenzstein mit Wettenhausener Klosterwappen
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A historic boundary stone, adorned with the coat of arms of Wettenhausen Monastery, marks a once significant point in the Bavarian landscape. This architectural monument in Günzburg bears witness to the territorial importance of the monastery and its presence in the region.
History+
The boundary stone serves as a tangible record of the historical expansion and property ownership of Wettenhausen Monastery. It was once used to delineate and establish the boundaries of the monastic estate. Such stones were essential in the Middle Ages and early modern period for clearly defining property rights and sovereign territories.
Location+
The boundary stone is situated in Günzburg, a town in the Swabia administrative region of Bavaria, Germany. Its precise location within the town indicates the historical distribution of monastic lands in this area.
On site+
Today, the boundary stone is protected as an architectural monument, commemorating the long history of Wettenhausen Monastery and its role in regional development. It stands as a silent witness to bygone eras and an intriguing detail for anyone interested in historical border demarcation and the history of ecclesiastical institutions.
Nearby+
- Wettenhausen Monastery (Sacred building, approx. 2842 m away)
- Upper Ichenhausen Castle (Castle, approx. 3909 m away)
- Lower Ichenhausen Castle (Castle, approx. 4022 m away)
- Klingenburg Castle (Castle, approx. 4241 m away)
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Location: 48.3709, 10.3583