Abbaye de Fontaine-André

Abbeys & churches – The Abbaye de Fontaine-André lies above Neuchâtel with a magnificent view of the lake. The monastery is an open house with an open heart and individual, personalized service. Women and men wishing to spend some days at the Abbey, stay at the house of silence.

The Abbaye de Fontaine-André lies above Neuchâtel with a magnificent view of the lake.

Abbaye de Fontaine-André
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The Franciscan Cloister of Mariaburg

Abbeys & churches – The Franciscan Cloister of Mariaburg sits atop Burgstock hill in the heart of Näfels. The cloister is open to anyone interested in the life of the Franciscan order and for individuals (men and women) and Christians, who wish to temporarily retire from daily hustle and bustle to lead a life of contemplation.

The Franciscan Cloister of Mariaburg sits atop Burgstock hill in the heart of Näfels.

The Franciscan Cloister of Mariaburg
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The Franciscan Cloister of St.Joseph

Abbeys & churches – More than ever, people are asking how to redirect their lives. As Edith Stein once said: “everyone has his or her very own path”. Women interested in learning more about the life at the cloister are welcome to share a few days with the sisters.

More than ever, people are asking how to redirect their lives. As Edith Stein once said: “everyone has his or her very own path”.

The Franciscan Cloister of St.Joseph
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