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6 Brutalist churches by Walter Maria Förderer

Walter Maria Förderer (1928–2006) was a Swiss architect and sculptor renowned for his neo-expressionist church designs in the 1960s. A significant figure in Brutalism, Förderer also taught at the University of Stuttgart and the Academy of Fine Arts in Karlsruhe. In this list we have compiled 6 of his church designs that seamlessly integrate religious and secular elements.

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Discover the Treasures of Brabant’s Monastic Trail

Explore Ons Kloosterpad, a 330-kilometre walking route connecting fifty monasteries in North Brabant. Along the way, discover historic abbeys, peaceful cloisters, and vibrant religious communities, each with its own unique story. Here are 10 sites that showcase the region’s rich monastic heritage.

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