Kloster Schönthal Association 25 years old

1 April 2025

The former Schönthal monastery (Kloster) near Langenbruck (canton of Basel-Landschaft) is idyllically situated in the middle of 100 hectares of forest, meadows, and Jura landscape. Today, art and nature dialogue on the site of the medieval monastery.

The site features a freely accessible sculpture park showcasing over 30 contemporary works of art, rotating exhibitions, and cultural events.

The Kloster Schönthal Association (Verein Kloster Schönthal) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and is using the occasion to offer art and nature lovers a diverse cultural programme.

The programme is designed according to the seasonal cycle. It begins in spring with British artist Richard Long (*1945), whose work, Cowshed Ellipse, can already be seen in the sculpture park. He is creating one new site-specific work in the church and another in the monastery courtyard.

From May 1 to December 7, 2025, these new works will be displayed alongside those from Richard Long’s other creative periods.

(Source and further information: Verein Kloster Schönthal)