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The historic old town is a protected ensemble, designated as a historical monument. Besides the former convent, the town hall, former aristocratic residences, and half-timbered burgher houses are the main features that define the old town's character. The majority of the listed buildings date from the 16th and early 17th centuries.

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A lovely restaurant set on spacious grounds. The tower can be climbed, and from here you can also access the high street. 👍🏻

Great ice cream parlor in Wasungen. The cake is also highly recommended.

The history of the church is interesting. It is only 100 years old. The foundation stone was laid in 1924. Many people from Brüchsen helped with its construction. In the previous two winters, they quarried stones in the Weimarschmieden quarry and transported them to their home village. In 1926, Bishop Matthias Ehrenfried dedicated the church to Saint Anthony of Padua. In 1928, the side altars designed by Professor Hans Angermaier, the church's Munich architect, were added. The organ, whose brightly painted facade fits perfectly into the gallery and the painted barrel vault, the pulpit, the figures of Mary and Anthony, and the main altar come from the old church, which is only a few meters away. The style inside the church is reminiscent of both an Alpine style and the old English style, making it extremely expressive and unique. The church can therefore rightly be described as a jewel in the idyllic setting. The Stations of the Cross are also noteworthy. These are reverse glass paintings by the painter and graphic artist Paul Thalheimer (1884-1948), who was very critical of the Nazi regime and whose works were classified as "degenerate art" in 1937. The asymmetrical tower, integrated into the gable, is impressive, not in the middle of the church as usual, but offset to the side. It was completely renovated in 1976, the roof structure in 1983. The outside of the church was renovated in 1988/89, and the staircase was redesigned in 1994. The interior was renovated in 1999/2000. The roof was renewed in 2017/18. (Information source: Mellrichstadt.bistrum wuerzburg.de)

Wasungen was first mentioned in 874. The name Vuasunga means something like "wet grass". In 1747, Wasungen experienced its greatest upheaval with the Wasungen War, when it was besieged by the troops of Saxe-Gotha. This was preceded by a fairly banal argument between two ladies in Meiningen Castle. After the death of Duke Bernhard I in 1706, the inheritance of his kingdom went to his three sons. At the same time, he decreed that his kingdom must remain in existence so that they had to rule it jointly. This led to some tension, especially with the youngest son Anton Ulrich, who was repeatedly deprived of his rights. When Anton Ulrich then took a commoner as his wife, there was great outrage. The reason for the war was ultimately very banal. At court, the noble ladies insisted on having preference over the commoner lady. Duke Anton Ulricht intervened in the argument and imposed punishments. This gave the rival House of Saxe-Gotha the reason to attack him and lay siege to Wasungen. The Wasungen carnival, which has been documented since 1524, is more cheerful. Today, Wasungen is actually one of the carnival strongholds in the region. The town centre of Wasungen is very compact and classically arranged within the former town wall. The houses are not all in the best condition, but this gives the old half-timbered town a certain charm. The only annoying thing is the very loud traffic on the B19, which seems even louder because of the tall houses.

Maienluft Castle must have been built before 1150 and was owned by the Knights of Wasungen. Around 1500, the castle lost its military significance and became an agricultural domain. The name Maienluft first appeared at this time. Today, there is a hotel here. Attention: The castle grounds can only be entered during opening hours. Contrary to the warning on the access road that there is a barrier with no turning possibility, you can drive up and there is even a parking space for hikers!

The Zur Linde ice cream parlor is a regional celebrity, and has been featured in several newspaper articles. It is a soft ice cream parlor and the ice cream is made in-house. As if that wasn't enough, there are very individual sundaes that are not only inexpensive, but are also lovingly prepared! From sundaes with plum jam or apple jam to the usual types of fruit or alcohol combinations, there is everything! Oh, and there is also a nice selection of cakes! Due to its great success, it can unfortunately afford very limited opening hours from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Be sure to stop in and enjoy! You rarely find such beautifully designed sundaes.