The beautiful monastery complex is located on an island in the middle of the Rhine. Originally founded by the Benedictines, the buildings now house a Music Center and the House of Silence of the Order of the Spiritual Journey.

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February 5, 2024

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The late Gothic-Baroque monastery, formerly the Collegiate Church of St. Mary, is one of the showpieces of the High Baroque in Switzerland.

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Nico

May 8, 2025

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Nice place on a Rhine island, belonging to Switzerland… The church, despite the sign saying it is closed, is open and accessible

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1. Rhine Falls – Rhine Riverside Trail loop from Neuhausen

20.2km

05:19

180m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Rheinau Monastery – Rheinau Abbey Church loop from Rheinau

7.40km

01:58

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rheinau Covered Bridge – Rheinau Monastery loop from Rheinau

8.21km

02:12

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 370 m

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Monday 26 January

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31 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Location: Zurich, Switzerland

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1. Rhine Falls – Rhine Riverside Trail loop from Neuhausen

2. Rheinau Monastery – Rheinau Abbey Church loop from Rheinau

3. Rheinau Covered Bridge – Rheinau Monastery loop from Rheinau

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