Adalgott

Saint Adalgott
Saint Adalgott as a Contemplative
Abbot and Bishop of Chur
Born c.12th century
Died 1165
Feast 3 October

Saint Adalgott (died 1165) was a twelfth-century monk and bishop. He entered Clairvaux Abbey as a monk, and was appointed as abbot of Disentis. Adalgott cared for the sick and poor. He was subsequently named bishop of Chur, and continued to care for the poor. He founded a hospital in 1150. He is venerated as a Roman Catholic saint. His feast day is celebrated on 3 October.

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