Interlaken Monastery and Castle

The Augustinian double monastery in Interlaken was founded in the 12th century and quickly flourished. After the Reformation, Bern, as an expanding city-state, succeeded it, establishing a bailiwick and a hospital, renovating, demolishing, and creating anew. What remains is a complex of buildings of exceptional historical significance.

Based on extensive architectural historical research and source studies, this richly illustrated volume addresses the tumultuous architectural development of the monastery and castle complex over a period of nine centuries. It includes the most recent restorations and findings from archaeological excavations. Last but not least, the work provides insight into heritage conservation practices in the canton of Bern. Individual topics are examined in greater detail through comparisons with other structures and placed in a broader context.