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Founded in the 8th century, Disentis Monastery is today the spiritual and educational center of the Upper Rhine Valley (Vorderrheintal). A cultural history exhibition depicts the history of the Benedictine Abbey as well as ecclesiastical art.

Founded around the year 720 as an hermitage, Disentis Monastery was often the site of hard-fought battles - due to its location at the foot of the Lukmanier Pass. The foundation walls of two churches from the 8th century are preserved to this day. The monastery school was first mentioned in the annals of 1285, the baroque monastery complex was built between 1683 and 1704.

The museum documents the history of the monastery as well as sacred art and Christian tradition. Its natural history exposition displays crystals and minerals found in the region. The Benedictine monks welcome visitors at their hourly prayers and at the celebration of the Eucharist. Disentis offers temporary stays for men at the monastery.

Arrival: by train from Chur to Disentis/Mustér

General information

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Season
All year
Time required
2 to 4 hours (half day)
Suitable for children with age
14+ years
Suitable for
Groups
Weather
Indoor
Category
Education

Group & pricing information

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Language
German
Group Size
10 - 30

Contact

Benediktiner Kloster Disentis
Via Claustra 1
7180  Disentis / Mustér
Switzerland

Phone  +41 (0)81 929 69 00
Fax +41 (0)81 929 69 01
abtei@kloster-disentis.ch
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Disentis
Graubünden

Contact

Benediktiner Kloster Disentis
Via Claustra 1
7180 Disentis / Mustér
Phone  +41 (0)81 929 69 00
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