"Lorsch" Lorsch by Kathrin_E

Lorsch Travel Guide: 34 reviews and 128 photos

A glimpse of the town

Lorsch has been on my to-do-list for long and now I finally made it. This place is a must for anyone who is into history of architecture because of one rather small building: the Torhalle or Köngishalle, the gate to the grounds of Lorsch Abbey. This is maybe the best preserved example of Carolingian architecture in Charlemagne's entire territory. In 1991 it gained the status of UNESCO World Heritage.

Lorsch Abbey was founded in the 8th century and soon became one of the richest and most powerful Benedictine monasteries. Unfortunately not much else is left of the abbey buildings except this one gem. In addition to seeing the hall and the abbey grounds I recommend a visit to the museum centre next door.

1960s postage stamp

As a monument with extraordinary historical significance the Gate Hall made it onto a common everyday postage stamp in the 1960s. The 20 Pfennig stamp was meant for postcards (oh my, those were the times) and showed up in everyone's letter box frequently.

Last visit to Lorsch: Jul 2010
Intro Updated Aug 15, 2010
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Reviews (7)

Town Hall Things to Do (7)

The old town hall of Lorsch is a pretty half-timbered building, dated 1715. The ground floor is massive, the upper... more travel advice

The Town Centre Things to Do (7)

The old town centre looks like a quaint place for a little stroll and a rest. I did not have time for more than a quick... more travel advice

Saint Benedict stands guard over someone's bike - Lorsch

Saint Benedict the Guardian Things to Do (7)

A modern statue in the main street, not far from the Gate Hall and the museum centre, represent Saint Benedict, the... more travel advice

Lorsch Museum Centre Things to Do (7)

The museum centre is located in a modern building next to the Gate Hall and the abbey grounds. It unites three museums... more travel advice

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Redang Nov 17, 2012 at 2:04 AM

What a beautiful city!
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alza Nov 13, 2010 at 11:02 AM

Sehr nett indeed! I like Façade tip reference to Roman technique (brick covered w/marble) - friend archeologist pointed out that technique at Hadrian's Villa Tivoli! Marble was taken to adorn buildings in Rome after Villa was abandoned. Interesting. :)
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german_eagle Jul 18, 2010 at 2:05 AM

Nett, sehr nett. Vielleicht hättest Du ja auch einen Benedikt im Hof aufstellen sollen? ;-)