SaralnamaThree Austrian nuns in their 80s escaped from a care home and returned to their former convent in Elsbethen, near Salzburg,. Sisters Bernadette (88), Regina (86), and Rita (82) regained access to Kloster Goldenstein with help from ex-students and a locksmith. The nuns, who taught at the convent's school for years, were moved to a care home in against their will. Church authorities called their return 'incomprehensible'. The nuns claim lifelong residence rights at the convent. Former students are supporting them with food and necessities. The nuns are determined to stay, despite concerns about their health and living conditions. To help the nuns, supporters can bring food and groceries to the convent. (Updated 13 Sep 2025, 06:58 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Three Austrian nuns in their 80s escaped from a care home and returned to their former convent in Elsbethen, near Salzburg,
- Sisters Bernadette (88), Regina (86), and Rita (82) regained access to Kloster Goldenstein with help from ex-students and a locksmith
- The nuns, who taught at the convent's school for years, were moved to a care home in against their will