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Münster-first communist city of XVI century

We came to Munster on our way to Oberhausen where we took part in SV BSZS – 2006. We had only half of a day at our disposal and our excursion was rather short. Nevertheless we could find out that Munster is a very interesting and picturesque city. Most of all I was interested in historical aspects concerning this city. I knew that the first communist society was built in this city in the XVI century. That is why we couldn’t escape an opportunity to come there while passing by and having half of a day free!

Münster - St Paul Cathedral square -Irina and dogs

Muenster is known by its mysterious social experiment of the XVI century - Muenster commune. In 1534 the city was grasped by a sect of Anabaptist and renamed into New Jerusalem. Anabaptists liquidated a private property and proclaimed full public property in the city. They were adherents of the Old testament and rejected old religion. All this was not pleasant to the Cologne archbishop.

For suppression of a distemper he directed the big army which after 16-month's siege took the city in their hands. Anabaptists were judged, and three heads of movement executed on the main square of the city. Their bodies were placed in metal cages and for intimidation were hung out on the high tower of Lambertikirche. Originals of cages hang on the tower till now.

As a matter of fact the commune was first in history communistic society.

Last visit to Münster: Aug 2006
Intro Updated Dec 25, 2006
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christine.j Jan 15, 2009 at 12:47 AM Report Abuse

I'm gathering information for a trip on Charlemagne's history. Your tips about Münster were a big help, thanks so much.
LoriPori Oct 22, 2007 at 1:13 PM Report Abuse

Wonderful page on the old city of Munster. The architecture is amazing esp. the Munster Rathuis and the Uberwasserkirche.
matcrazy1 Feb 21, 2007 at 2:56 PM Report Abuse

Great staff! It was probably the only communist or socialist community (a theocracy) ever, with polygamy as well :-). Now, large numbers of voluntary associations and non-profit organizations (charities) practise common ownership (excluding of wives!).
Trekki Jan 14, 2007 at 10:19 PM Report Abuse

Ah :-) You make me curious to go to Münster :-)) Lovely town, and interesting history ! I never thought about where the name derived from. Thanks for showing us :-)
Nemorino Jan 7, 2007 at 5:20 AM Report Abuse

Nice tips on all the things I missed in Münster. (I've only been there on business, and never saw very much of the city.)
Jerelis Jan 3, 2007 at 6:25 AM Report Abuse

Nice page! We usually visit Munster during the monthe of December at the Weihnachtsmarkte. I simply love the fact that the beautiful mansions at the Prinzipalmarkt aren't hung up with all kinds of commercial hang outs.
Ekaterinburg Dec 29, 2006 at 3:51 AM Report Abuse

This is very interesting information about the Anababtist Commune, and a very interesting page. Thanks for the virtual visit , I enjoyed it very much. Happy New Year Sergey,and new travels for 2007. Katherine :)
tini58de Dec 24, 2006 at 6:33 PM Report Abuse

Excellent page, Sergey!!! Merry Christmas to you, too - and all the best for 2007!
traveldave Dec 21, 2006 at 4:46 PM Report Abuse

I found the history of Munster and the Anabaptist cummune fascinating. I had never heard of it before.
VeronicaG Dec 20, 2006 at 6:08 AM Report Abuse

I enjoyed learning about Munster--its cathedrals are spectacular! Happy Holidays--regards from Texas...

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