Lorsch Abbey — Attraction in Lorsch

Located in a sleepy same-named town Lorch, the Abbey itself is not a must see, it is not amazing, it is not impressive, one might wonder why is it listed as a world heritage site? But this place has a certain ambience, an aura if you will, that is hard to describe - it’s peaceful, calm and unbelievably picturesque! Also it is surprisingly a great place for relaxation!

The entry is free to the premises of the Abbey, however if visitors want to visit the chambers of the Kings Hall, a guided tour ticket must be purchased. Unfortunately the tours are available only in German (if you want English, you need to contract the place in advance). Luckily the staff here was very friendly and welcoming, therefore they let me join the German tour to visit the chambers only, free of charge! Very much appreciated!

The whole area of the Abbey is very well preserved and maintained, it is neat and clean, especially the pitch-perfect grass is very inviting. In the nearby museum, where guided tour tickets can be purchased (payments possible with card), some English brochures with explanations about this place are available. Many restaurants and cafes are lined up on the road leading to the main square, therefore plenty of choice of food. Train station is approximately 10 minutes away by foot.

Recommended If you pass by, however I would not plan this as a main destination. Visited in...

Aus dem Herzen unserer Stadt: Lorsch ein Gedicht - PoetrySlam 16.07.2016 Open-Air-PoetrySlam an der Klostermauer Kommt mit ins Besondere, den Silben Luft zum Atmen geben…. Nicht alle waren da, aber viele. Wer hätte vor 5 Jahren gedacht, dass wir das schaffen. PoetrySlam an diesem magischen Ort!

Wir gratulieren dem Gewinner: Samuel Kramer aus Offenbach Moderiert und live performt von Hessens charmantestem und extrovertiertestem Moderationsduo: Tilman Döring und Stefan Dörsing.

Mit dabei waren Sim Panse (Bremen / Niedersachsenmeister 2015) Samuel Kramer (Offenbach / Hessenmeister2016) Florian Cieslik (Frankfurt a.M. / Hessenmeister 2014) Lisa Schøyen (Bremen)

Zusätzlich begeisterte uns der Held unserer bisherigen musikalischen Gäste des Sapperlot-Slams: Tilman Claas!!!

Ein Augen- und ein Ohrenschmaus, ein Fest mit lauter gutgelaunten Gästen. Der Mond zum Greifen nah. Wir danken allen Slamern, allen Helfern vor und hinter der Bühne. Kulinarischer Höhepunkt das Palais von Hausen. Danke Marco Graf Was wären wir ohne unser Team: Danke allen Kunsthandwerkern, Carsten, Carmen, Eric, Mell, Jakob, Markus, Nadine,Paula und Ursula Konrad. Danke an das Team Fillauer, Veranstaltungstechnik, Lorsch Ganz besonderen Dank geht an unsere Stadt Lorsch, Herrn Bürgermeister Christian Schönung und unsere KulturamtsleiterIn Gabi Dewald für diesen magischen Ort. Danke auch besonders an Herbert Matern für die tollen Fotoarbeiten.

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This is a great spot to unwind and soak in stunning landscapes, featuring rich, fertile loam in an area once bustling with early medieval civilization. Take the time to enjoy the place, but don't expect grand monuments, extraordinary architecture, or a deep historical narrative. Instead, immerse yourself in a location founded by a Franks early then most of the cities...