--- title: "Kloster Falkenhagen" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/kloster-falkenhagen" description: "The monastery, which was founded in 1247, has had an eventful history with destruction, reconstruction and various changes of order. After the Cistercians, the order of the Wilhelmites from Witzhausen settled in Falkenhagen. After that, the Order of the Canons of the Cross took up residence in the monastery. During this time, the important Prior Heinrich von Bocholt brought the monastery to great economic and spiritual prosperity during his tenure from 1457 to 1495. At this time, it was probably the largest monastery with almost 90 religious and more than 20 adjoining farm buildings. Between 1596 and 1604, the monastery was continued by the fourth order and a residence for Jesuits was built. In 1631, the important Jesuit Friedrich Spee von Langenfeld spent time at Falkenhagen Monastery. As an important Catholic hymn writer in the 17th century, he also became famous for his work \"Cautio Criminalis\", which explains the legal concerns of witch trials." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/619870/de819503a7b7fc6c3586780244277e95f8c4d705f901db4ec03c2ece41f05ad3/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Kloster Falkenhagen =================== - Monastery Luftaufnahme des Klosters Falkenhagen inmitten grüner Wälder unter einem klaren blauen Himmel. Ein Klostergarten mit alten Steinmauern, einem Holztisch und zwei entspannenden Personen auf einer Bank. Historisches Fachwerkhaus mit schwarz-weißen Fassadenelementen, umgeben von Bäumen und Steinmauer. Besucher betrachten Informationstafeln zur Klostergeschichte an einer steinernen Wand in einer Ausstellung. Fachwerkhaus mit steilem Satteldach und Sprossenfenstern, umgeben von Gehwegen und Vegetation. Zwei Personen sitzen an einem rustikalen Holztisch in einem überdachten Unterstand auf einer Wiese. Eine Frau und ein Mann in Wanderkleidung pausieren auf einer Steinmauer mit ländlicher Kulisse. Eine Frau in gelbem Oberteil sitzt in einer Kirchenbank, blickt auf den beleuchteten Kronleuchter. Zwei Wanderer vor einer historischen Kirche mit Fachwerkgebäuden unter blauem Himmel. Ein Paar sitzt lächelnd auf einer Mauer, umgeben von blühender Natur, warmes Sonnenlicht fällt ein. A beautiful and well-preserved monastery complex in the Lügden district of Falkenhagen. The former dormitory from 1509 is considered to be the oldest dated half-timbered house in Lippe. The monastery, which was founded in 1247, has had an eventful history with destruction, reconstruction and various changes of order. After the Cistercians, the order of the Wilhelmites from Witzhausen settled in Falkenhagen. After that, the Order of the Canons of the Cross took up residence in the monastery. During this time, the important Prior Heinrich von Bocholt brought the monastery to great economic and spiritual prosperity during his tenure from 1457 to 1495. At this time, it was probably the largest monastery with almost 90 religious and more than 20 adjoining farm buildings. Between 1596 and 1604, the monastery was continued by the fourth order and a residence for Jesuits was built. In 1631, the important Jesuit Friedrich Spee von Langenfeld spent time at Falkenhagen Monastery. As an important Catholic hymn writer in the 17th century, he also became famous for his work "Cautio Criminalis", which explains the legal concerns of witch trials. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Closed during the winter months. April - September open daily from 09:00-18:00. Read more Price info Guided tours are offered on request on a donation basis. Read more General information - Parking Available - Bus stop available Eligibility - Bad Weather Offer - for Groups - for Class - for families - for individual guests - Pet allowed - Suitable for the Elderly - for Children of all Ages Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities You can take bus number 761 from the center of Lügde to Falkenhagen. The monastery is about a 5-minute walk from the bus stop. Otherwise, the district of Falkenhagen can ideally be reached by car. Read more Contact person Evangelisch reformierte Kirchengemeinde Elbrinxen-Falkenhagen License (master data) Nearby ------ View on map - Food & Beverage - Beer garden/outdoor dining - Restaurant - Café - Accomodations - Holiday flat - Holiday flat - Holiday flat - Place of interest - Rest area - Information point - Children's playground - Tours 24.54 km - Regional hiking trail 7.70 km - Regional hiking trail 23.41 km - Regional bike tour Contact Kloster Falkenhagen 7 32676 Lügde