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Germany
Hesse

Darmstadt District

Odenwaldkreis
Michelstadt

Einhard's Basilica, Steinbach

Discover
Places to see
Germany
Hesse

Darmstadt District

Odenwaldkreis
Michelstadt

Einhard's Basilica, Steinbach

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Einhard's Basilica, Steinbach

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    1. Einhardsbasilika Steinbach – Einhardsquelle loop from Erbach Nord

    11.7km

    03:14

    210m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    April 8, 2017

    The Einhard Basilica, named after Einhard, biographer of Charlemagne, is a rare example of authentic Carolingian architecture.

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      October 22, 2020

      The Einhard Basilica in the Steinbach district of Michelstadt is very old. It was built after 815 and before 827 by Einhard, a court scholar and biographer of Charlemagne. It is one of the last examples of authentically preserved Carolingian architecture in Germany.
      Opening hours: January to mid-February: winter break
      Mid-February to end of March:
      Tuesday to Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m
      April to the end of October: Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
      November to the end of December: Tuesday to Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m
      Admission: Adults: 3.50 euros

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        April 11, 2017

        Unique pillar construction. A must for every visitor in and around Michelstadt

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          Location: Michelstadt, Odenwaldkreis, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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