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Imbedded in a wide loop of the river Jagst, the monastery Sch�ntal housed monks for around 600 years. The monks of Maulbronn founded the monastery in the 12th century, which is surrounded by defence walls and gate towers. The monastery�experienced its heydays in the 15th century despite repetitive devastation. The monastery has to thank mostly abbot Benedikt Knittel for its present appearance.
In 1716 the building of the new minster started. The artworks, like the high altar�leaf Maria Himmelfahrt were taken from the previous building.

Image Copyright: G. Miladinovic

In the copious monastery and gardens guests of calm and relaxation, balance and inspiration, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday stress.

As a modern furnished meeting and seminar house it is open for events to ecclesial and public facilities, ministries, academies as well as companies and also private businesses.
It is place for conversation, meeting and debate, vocational and cultural education.