Johanniterkommende Horst

The precise founding date of the Johanniterkommende Horst is not recorded, yet for centuries it represented a significant presence of the Order of St. John in the region. As a commandery, it not only served as a religious center but also managed extensive lands and estates. The monastery's history is closely intertwined with the development of the order in Germany, which was dedicated to nursing the sick and protecting pilgrims. Over time, the commandery experienced various phases of prosperity and change, until it ultimately lost its original function during the secularization.

The Johanniterkommende Horst is located in the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Its precise geographical placement positions it in a region rich in historical sites and cultural landscapes.

Today, the remains or repurposed buildings of the former Johanniterkommende Horst stand as testaments to its former significance. The complex is a monument to the past and invites visitors to explore the history of the Order of St. John and regional monastic life.

• Wilbringen Ruin (ruin, approx. 2630 m away)
• Dahl Manor (Selm) (manor house and estate, approx. 2903 m away)
• Berge Manor (Selm) (manor house and estate, approx. 4605 m away)
• Cappenberg Castle (castle, approx. 5711 m away)