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Kapuzinerkloster
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Kapuzinerkloster

A testament of faith since the 17th century

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Founded in 1615, the Capuchin Monastery in Würzburg served as a center for pilgrimage and pastoral care. The pilgrimage site at Käppele on Nikolausberg remained significant until 2014. The Capuchin presence concluded with the departure of the last friars.
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The city center site was secularized in 1803.

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Founded
1615
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Roman Catholic

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Right here, you're standing at a place once filled with profound spirituality. The Capuchin Monastery, founded in 1615, served as an important hub for pastoral care and pilgrimages. Imagine the Capuchin friars who lived and worked here, surrounded by the serene atmosphere of this sacred site. Just 21 meters to the east, you might spot the beautiful Käppele Church. This location remained a significant religious site until 2014, when the last friars departed, marking the end of the Capuchin presence. The monastery's history speaks of a long tradition and vibrant faith that shaped this place.

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