05.05.2026

The story of the monastery founder

May 2, 2026 marks the 900th anniversary of the death of Konrad von Sellenbüren

Konrad von Sellenbüren – between legend and destiny

The history of Engelberg Monastery is closely linked to its founder Konrad von Sellenbüren – and is full of legends, secrets and moving events. A newspaper report sheds light on his life, the legendary founding of the monastery and his tragic death on May 2, 1126, while also tracing how the memory of the monastery’s founder has remained alive over the centuries – in works of art, traditions and in the monastery itself.

You will find a detailed report in the enclosed article.

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