The highlight in the abbey. The organ is also beautiful to look at. Due to the restoration of the church, that certain old charm that I love so much in churches is missing. Well worth a visit if you're in the area!

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yves klein

August 12, 2023

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The three windows in the chancel are by Gerhard Richter. They represent nothing, but are only patterned. Very pleasant counterbalance to the fear and violence portrayed by the others. The middle Richter window only emits golden light into the room. This is the real "good news".

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Mathias57

July 8, 2024

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The windows from the 1960s were designed by the Tholey monk Bonifazius Robert Köck. In view of the dilapidated state of the church windows, the convent decided to announce an …

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