Monastery Anniversary 900 Years — Rot an der Rot Event Series
Anniversary year for the 900th birthday of the Premonstratensian monastery foundation of 1126
About 900 Years Monastery Rot
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900 Years of Monastery History in Upper Swabia
Rot an der Rot is a municipality with around 2,600 inhabitants in the district of Biberach (state of Baden-Württemberg, Upper Swabia) — characterized by one of the most significant Premonstratensian monastery foundations in Southern Germany. The monastery was founded in 1126 when Norbert of Xanten sent canons to the region. In 1140, the original settlement Mönchsroth became a full-fledged abbey, from which further daughter monasteries emerged — including Weißenau (1145) and Obermarchtal (1171). After wartime destruction, the Baroque monastery complex was rebuilt between 1681 and 1702. The St. Verena Church was built between 1777 and 1786 in the early Neoclassical style — a late masterpiece of monastic architecture shortly before secularization in 1803.
Anniversary Year 2025/2026
The anniversary year was opened on September 7, 2025, with a Pontifical Mass — celebrated by Abbot Leopold Baumberger of Stift Wilten, the only surviving daughter monastery of the Mönchsroth line. The actual anniversary year runs in 2026 with a concentration of events between June and October.
Highlights 2026
- June 7, 2026 — Norbert's Feast: Pontifical Mass for the feast day of Saint Norbert of Xanten (founder of the monastery)
- July 3, 2026 — Lecture by P. Anselm Grün: The well-known Benedictine monk and spirituality author from Münsterschwarzach will give a lecture in the monastery church
- October 4, 2026 — John Rutter Concert Gala: Festive concert with the British composer John Rutter — one of the most popular choral composers of our time
- October 18, 2026 — Church Consecration Anniversary: Solemn Pontifical Mass by Bishop Klaus Krämer (Rottenburg-Stuttgart)
'Klang-Welten' Concert Series
Accompanying the anniversary, the 'Klang-Welten' (Sound Worlds) concert series runs throughout 2026 — sacred music concerts with various ensembles in the Baroque monastery church, whose acoustics are among the best in Upper Swabia. The focus is on contemporary sacred works and the bridge between liturgical tradition and present-day composition.
Pilgrimage Routes, Lectures, Exhibitions
In addition to the major highlights, there are pilgrimage routes along the former routes of the Premonstratensians, lectures on monastery history and spirituality, and special exhibitions on the architectural and art history of the monastery. A parallel pre-program includes the Fischerfest Haslach on May 24, 2026 (Pentecost weekend) as the kickoff for the summer season.
900 Years Monastery Rot — edition 2026
Anniversary Highlights 2026
The 900th anniversary year of the Rot an der Rot Monastery was launched on September 7, 2025, with a Pontifical Mass celebrated by Abbot Leopold Baumberger (Stift Wilten) and is concentrated in 2026 on four liturgical-cultural highlights between early summer and autumn. Accompanying this are the 'Klang-Welten' concert series, pilgrimage routes along the historic Premonstratensian routes, lectures on monastery history, and special exhibitions.
Programme 900 Years Monastery Rot 2026
Sunday, June 7, 2026 — Norbert's Feast
- Pontifical Mass for the feast day of Saint Norbert of Xanten, founder of the Premonstratensian Order and builder of the monastic tradition
- St. Verena Monastery Church Rot an der Rot
Friday, July 3, 2026 — Lecture by P. Anselm Grün
- Lecture by the renowned Benedictine monk and bestselling author from Münsterschwarzach
- Topic likely spirituality, monastic life, and the Norbertine charism
Sunday, October 4, 2026 — John Rutter Concert Gala
- Festive concert featuring works by the British choral composer John Rutter
- Performance by professional choirs and orchestra
- Highlight of the anniversary concert calendar
Sunday, October 18, 2026 — Church Consecration Anniversary
- Solemn Pontifical Mass by Bishop Klaus Krämer (Diocese of Rottenburg-Stuttgart)
- Conclusion of the anniversary year
Throughout the Year — 'Klang-Welten' Concert Series
- Sacred music concerts with various ensembles in the Baroque monastery church
- Focus on contemporary sacred music
Pentecost Weekend, May 24, 2026
- Fischerfest Haslach — Summer program kickoff
Highlights 900 Years Monastery Rot 2026
- 900 years since the founding of the monastery in 1126 by Saint Norbert of Xanten
- Norbert's Feast on June 7 with Pontifical Mass
- Lecture by P. Anselm Grün on July 3
- Concert gala with John Rutter on October 4 — international top-tier choral music
- Church Consecration Anniversary on October 18 with Bishop Klaus Krämer
- 'Klang-Welten' concert series throughout the year in the Early Neoclassical St. Verena Monastery Church
- Pilgrimage routes along the historic Premonstratensian routes
- Special exhibitions on the art and architectural history of the monastery
Prices 900 Years Monastery Rot 2026
Services and Pontifical Masses are free of charge (collection). Lectures and concerts have an admission fee between 10 and 35 EUR depending on the program. The John Rutter concert gala on October 4 has a special festive tariff. Tickets available via rot.de and the parish.
Practical information — 900 Years Monastery Rot
Getting There
Rot an der Rot is located on the A 96 (Munich–Lindau, Memmingen exit, approx. 15 km). By train: Memmingen station (Allgäubahn), from there Regiobus 715 to Rot an der Rot. Parking available around the monastery complex.
Important Dates 2026
June 7 — Norbert's Feast. July 3 — Lecture by P. Anselm Grün. October 4 — John Rutter Concert Gala. October 18 — Church Consecration Anniversary with Bishop Krämer. 'Klang-Welten' concert series throughout the year. Fischerfest Haslach May 24. Exact times and tickets available via rot.de and the parish.
Admission
Services and Pontifical Masses are free of charge. Concerts and lectures have an admission fee (between 10 and 35 EUR depending on the program). The John Rutter concert gala has a special tariff.
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Klosterkirche St. Verena und Klosteranlage Rot an der Rot
Klosteranlage Rot an der Rot, 88430 Rot an der Rot