Gotthardsruine

The three-aisled pillar basilica standing on this hill has a very eventful history. According to the monastery tradition, the Frankish Gaugraf Ruthard built a castle here in the 8th century, and in 1138 a chapel dedicated to St. Godehard of Hildesheim was added.

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You have a stunning view from the top of the tower at Amorbach u Weilbach.
It is also interesting that the boundaries of the municipalities of Amorbach and Weilbach run right through the middle of the ruin, so that restoration work is shared between the two locations.

Great view over several valleys (from the tower).

Above the tower you have a great view over Amorbach and over to Engelberg Monastery. The climb up the stairs to the tower is a bit difficult because it is narrow and sometimes dark. There are only two alternative options for oncoming traffic. 😀

Great location for a great event. Mullet event on the last weekend of the year. Thanks to the organizers "The Weilbacher Froesch", CGW Weilbach

If you visit the Gotthard ruin, you should definitely visit the lookout tower. The ascent through the narrow staircase is rewarded with a magnificent panoramic view.

Great view from the tower and a very interesting story to read on the spot.

Very nice view and climb.

That is one of the most beautiful views in the Odenwald, in my opinion.

Great view of the adjacent valleys and villages

The climb is worth it. The view is fantastic. Free entry. Stairwell is something dark flashlight or cell phone lamp helps.

Just great location with a very interesting history

Nice view of the region in good weather

In fact, this was one of my highlights on the Nibelungensteig. Great ruin with a freely accessible tower and a magnificent 360 view.

From the interior of the Gotthard ruin, 88 steps turn left to the tower of the Gotthard ruin. From up there you have a wonderful view of 7 surrounding valleys ... the so-called "7-valley view". U.a. you can also see Engelberg Abbey above Großheubach. You should be particularly careful when descending the stairs, as some steps are in the "dark" due to the incidence of light that is not always available.

Well preserved ruin. With an observation tower and a perfect view of Amorbach and the surrounding area

The ruin is nice to look at and you have a great all-round view. The history of the building is impressive.

Above the tower you have a great view over Amorbach and over to Engelberg Monastery. The climb up the stairs to the tower is a bit difficult because it is narrow and sometimes dark. There are only two alternative options for oncoming traffic.

Above the tower you have a great view over Amorbach and over to Engelberg Monastery. The climb up the stairs to the tower is a bit difficult because it is narrow and sometimes dark. There are only two alternative options for oncoming traffic. 😀

A well-preserved old castle, very well-kept building. The surroundings are also in very good condition.