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Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz

Rostock's only fully preserved monastery

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The Convent of the Holy Cross was founded between 1269 and 1272 by Cistercian nuns and remains the only fully preserved monastery complex in Rostock. The monastery church, now used as a university church, houses artistic treasures like two medieval winged altars and a triumphal cross. The other monastery buildings are home to the city's cultural history museum.

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The monastery church houses a sacristy in its choir.

Quick Facts

Height: 13 m
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible
Website: kulturhistorisches-museum-rostock.de

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Guided Story

You're standing at the Convent of the Holy Cross, a unique piece of Rostock's heritage. Founded by Cistercian nuns between 1269 and 1272, it's the only fully preserved monastic complex in the city. The church, now serving as a university church, houses remarkable artistic treasures, including two medieval winged altars and a triumphal cross. In the surrounding monastery buildings, you'll find the city's Cultural History Museum, offering a glimpse into Rostock's past. Take a moment to appreciate the historical significance of this site.