 Einsiedeln Monastery | ||
| Einsiedeln | ||
| Canton | Schwyz | |
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| Residents | 15.550 (2017) | |
| height | 882 m | |
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Einsiedeln is a more Swiss Place in canton Schwyz.
background
Einsiedeln was founded as a Benedictine monastery in 935. The place itself grew in the course of time, especially as a result of the pilgrimage, which rose strongly in the 14th century. This still plays a role today, even if it was overtaken by sightseeing tourism. The tourist attraction is the baroque monastery complex, especially the abbey church, artistically lavishly decorated by the Asam brothers.
Einsiedeln played an important role in the formation of the Swiss Confederation in the 14th century. The march (border) dispute between the monastery and the Schwyzians triggered the battle of Morgarten, which began independence from the Habsburgs.
In the sixties and seventies of the last century Einsiedeln was also an important ski resort, especially for cross-country skiing. However, the lack of guaranteed snow today has largely brought this part of tourism to a standstill.
getting there
By train
A stretch of the Südostbahn ends in Einsiedeln. The S13 runs every half hour from Wädenswil via Biberbrugg. From Zurich there is a connection to the Interregio from / to Chur in Wadenswil. In Biberbrugg there is usually a connection to the Voralpenexpress with additional trains Lucerne - Arth-Goldau - Rapperswil-Jona - St. Gallen.
mobility
The village can be easily explored on foot. It is about seven minutes from the train station to Klosterplatz.
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Einsiedeln church and monastery
, Klosterplatz. 
- 2 Diorama Bethlehem, Benzigerstrasse 23. .large nativity scene.
- Panorama crucifixion of Christ. Circular painting with the city of Jerusalem and the crucifixion scene.
- Gingerbread Museum
- Gold apple nostalgia store
- Great hall of the monastery
- Mineral Museum, Benzigerstrasse 23. .Characteristic:
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.activities
- Einsiedler World Theater. The Einsiedler World Theater takes place regularly. It will be performed on the monastery square.
- A trip to the nearby Sihlsee. There is no regular boat service, but the MS Angelica can be rented by groups. Information can be obtained from Einsiedeln Tourism.
- Einsiedeln is the center of Swiss ski jumpers. The jumps that were put into operation in 2005 are only used for summer training; they are not in use in winter. Group tours can be arranged through Einsiedeln Tourism. The space in the diving tower can be rented for events.
- Beach volleyball hall. The beach volleyball hall is said to be the most modern in Switzerland; However, it seems undisputed that with almost 600 m² and three beach volleyball fields (16 x 8 m) it is the largest indoor beach hall in Switzerland. There is a bar / lounge for spectators.
shop
- Hermit rams are an old hermit pilgrim pastry in the shape of a resting sheep (lamb of God). They are sold in the bakeries around the monastery square. If these are too dry for you, we recommend the filled white or brown gingerbread cookies.
kitchen
- Meinradsberg Inn, Ilgenweidstrasse 3, 8840 Einsiedeln. Very good cuisine with regional products, garden restaurant with a view of the monastery.
- 1 Schifflände dining restaurant, Hauptstrasse 10, 8840 Einsiedeln. Tel.: 41 (0)55 412 25 17. The cozy dining restaurant with various Italian specialties. Or may it also be a "Güggeli in a basket"?
- Bürgi's Burehof, Euthal, Am Sihlsee, 8844 Euthal. Tel.: 41 (0)55 412 24 17. The Sihlsee with its romantic surroundings offers the unique backdrop for a sumptuous guest performance in Bürgi's Burehof.
- Rest. Berghof, Schnabelsberg 25, 8836 Bennau, Germany. Tel.: 41 (0)55 412 23 47. The restaurant has 100 seats. It is also suitable for all kinds of banquets (birthdays, weddings, baptisms). A la carte restaurant with daily menu and seasonal specialties.
nightlife
- Brickyard Club & Lounge. The Ziegelei Club & Lounge is located on the industrial site of the former Einsiedeln brickworks. From the outside it is difficult to see what is hidden behind the old factory walls. The rooms are suitable for disco events as well as for concerts or show programs of all kinds.
- It also has well over 50 restaurants and bars. It is best to go up and down the main street once; s'10i, Doc Holidays, s'Stübli, Krone-Bar, Ritterstube are good addresses after sunset.
accommodation
- Boutique Hotel St. Georg. Completely rebuilt and under new management, the St. Georg now presents itself as the best hotel in Einsiedeln. Close to the monastery square, on the main road.
- Hotel Linde. 17 comfortable rooms and junior suites with WLAN. Located on the monastery square; however, the rooms do not have a view of the monastery. High quality cuisine.Feature: WiFi.
- Hotel Three Kings. The hotel has been extensively renovated in recent years. It has 40 rooms - including six junior suites with a view of the Klosterplatz. Several halls are available for events and seminars.
- Hotel sun. The simple hotel directly on the monastery square has 29 rooms / 55 beds with shower, toilets, TV, telephone and radio.Features: shower, television, telephone.
Practical advice
- Einsiedeln tourism, Hauptstrasse 85, CH-8840 Einsiedeln. Tel.: 41(0)55 418 44 88, Email: [email protected]. The Einsiedeln Tourism office is approx. 20 m from the monastery square.
trips
- Sihlsee
- Etzelpass and Etzel
- Sattelegg (pass road into Wägital)
- Ibergeregg (pass road to Schwyz)
- Hoch-Ybrig
- Rothenturm high moor
