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Gotthard Ruins

Gotthard Ruins

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Gotthard Ruins

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Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Bayerischer Odenwald

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Location: Amorbach, Miltenberg, Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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Striezel

July 22, 2018

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.

More information and bookings for guided tours: amorbach.de/index.php?c=hcpg&p=281

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Silke Müller

March 7, 2021

On a hilltop (formerly called Frankenberg) north of Amorbach stands the three-aisled basilica, the Gotthard ruins.
According to tradition, the Franconian count Ruthard built a castle here in the 8th century, and in 1138 a chapel was added, which is dedicated to St. Godehard of Hildesheim.
In 1525, during the Peasants' War, the monastery was reduced to rubble and ashes. It was rebuilt in 1629/1630, but burned down completely in 1714 after being struck by lightning.
In order to protect the ruins from further decay, they were given a roof in 1956.
To the north, numerous steps lead up the stair tower. The climb is a little arduous, as it is sometimes very dark and the steps are very narrow. However, you are rewarded and have a great view in all directions. A cell phone flashlight was very helpful when going up and down the stair tower.

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Konrad B🍀

March 17, 2020

There is a stunning view of Amorbach and Weilbach from the top of the tower.
It is also interesting that the boundary between the municipalities of Amorbach and Weilbach runs right through the middle of the ruins, so that restoration work is carried out jointly by both towns.

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Location: Amorbach, Miltenberg, Lower Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

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