🏰 Altenburg Abbey

Austria · Europe · 48.64°N, 15.59°E

Altenburg Abbey is a Benedictine monastery in Altenburg, Lower Austria. It is situated about 30 kilometres (19 mi) to the north of Krems an der Donau in the Waldviertel. It was founded in 1144 by Countess Hildeburg of Poigen-Rebgau. Throughout its history it suffered numerous invasions and attacks, and was destroyed by the Swedes in 1645. Under Emperor Joseph II in 1793 the abbey was forbidden to accept new novices, but unlike many others in Austria it succeeded in remaining functional.

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Country	Austria
Continent / region	Europe
Coordinates (approx.)	48.64°N, 15.59°E · view on map

Altenburg Abbey is located in Austria, in Europe.

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