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Haus Eppinghoven
Historic Monastery by the Erft River
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Neuss: First Steps10 pts
Neuss: Explorer25 pts
Neuss: Insider50 pts
Founded in 1214, Haus Eppinghoven was once a Cistercian nunnery and a collegiate foundation. Its picturesque setting by the Erft River south of Neuss-Holzheim adds to the historic allure of the site.
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The monastery was founded in the year 1214.
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- Founded
- 1214
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Guided Story
Imagine standing in a place with nearly 800 years of history. Founded in 1214, Haus Eppinghoven was once a significant site for Cistercian nuns and later a collegiate foundation. Take a look around and feel the tranquility emanating from the ancient structures. The nearby Erft River flows gently, adding to the serene atmosphere of the area. If you close your eyes, you might envision the nuns who once lived and worked here in quiet contemplation—a piece of the past living on in the present.
Location
Nearby
Museum Insel Hombroich
1.9 km away
St. Martinus (Hauptstraße)
1.1 km away
Alte Erlöserkirche
1.1 km away
Selikumer Park
1.6 km away
St. Nektarios (St.Josef)
1.0 km away
Raketenstation Hombroich
2.5 km away
Langen Foundation Kunst- und Ausstellungshaus
2.5 km away
Skulpturenhalle
2.3 km away