Founded in 1183
The Premonstratensian monastery was founded in the year 1183 by local lords Konrad and Beringer in what was then Shuozenriet, just 63 years after the establishment of the holy order.It developed into an important institution and was extended and converted several times.
Over the years the abbey was granted many privileges, such as that of high jurisdiction (power over life and death) in the year 1521. For this reason, the abbots introduced the sword into the crest in addition to the crosier. The clerical chapter oversaw the fortunes of the monastic community until the secularisation of 1803.
Over 800 years of monastic history are on display in the monastery museum with its sculptures, Baroque paintings, epitaphs, pontificals, liturgical objects, books and reliquaries.
Special exhibitions
Travelling special exhibitions on the premises of the former monastery offer additional attractions for visitors.
Individual guided tours through the exhibition can also be arranged upon request.
To make an appointment, contact:
Bad Schussenried Monastery Offices, Telefonnummer: 07583 9269083, Faxnummer: 07583 9269111.
For more information, visit: www.kloster-schussenried.de
Guided tours
If you're travelling the Upper Swabian Baroque Trail, visit the monastery of the Premonstratensian Order in Bad Schussenried.Over 800 years of monastic history await you! Universal genius Father Caspar Mohr lived here in the early 17th century. He was celebrated far beyond the monastery walls for his exploratory spirit and handicraft skills. He became famous for his dream of being able to fly. Take a theatrical tour through time on the wings of Father Mohr.