The ruins of a former Cistercian monastery would probably have been forgotten or even completely demolished if Caspar-David Friedrich had not started painting them in around 1803. Due to the destruction and decay that followed the Thirty Years' War (and as a quarry for the construction of the university, to which it was donated in 1634), it was already nothing more than a ruin. Friedrich's paintings aroused public interest and scientific investigation and excavation began in 1828. The ruins have now been secured and are being preserved and used for cultural events. A wonderful place.

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June 12, 2017

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Eldena Monastery is a former Cistercian monastery in the Eldena district of Greifswald and only remains as a ruin. The monastery complex is open all year round and is freely accessible, with the exception of special events.

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September 3, 2023

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The name Hilda for the river now called Ryck was first documented in 1241 (“Hildam fluvium”) and therefore 42 years later than the documentary evidence for the corresponding name of …

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Elevation 40 m

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