Discover Lollar: Churches, Industrial Heritage and Landscapes
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Lollar’s history is reflected in its diverse buildings and landscapes: from historic churches in several districts to reminders of the iron industry in the town centre. There are also the Lumda, views from Altenberg and places along the Lahn. This diversity is also evident in the different periods and functions represented: some churches also served as defensive towers, while the Gichtturm recalls a blast furnace. This makes it possible to discover Lollar through more than just a single landmark.
Churches from Different Centuries
The Evangelical Church in Odenhausen is a Romanesque building dating from around the 11th century and is listed as a cultural monument in Hesse. Later construction phases can be seen in the eastern polygonal choir, dating from the 15th century, and the Baroque roof turret, added in the 18th century. The church is the oldest building in the village and one of the oldest churches in the district of GieĂźen. Its history therefore spans several centuries rather than reflecting just one period of construction.
The church in Salzböden has a different history: it was built as a defensive tower in the 13th century and served both religious and military purposes. In Ruttershausen, a Late Gothic hall church stands on Kirchberg, east of the Lahn, and is considered the village’s main attraction. The Romanesque sacred building, the history of the defensive tower and the Late Gothic hall church each offer a different perspective. Those interested in architectural history can thus find different periods and functions within Lollar.
Industrial History in the Town Centre
The Gichtturm in the town centre was built by Buderus. It is a surviving industrial monument and a remnant of a blast furnace; locally, it is known as the “Wasserturm” (“water tower”). The name does not tell the story of the building: its history is tied to the blast furnace industry. The iron-caster monument also commemorates the tradition of artistic iron casting. The sculptor Walter Schubert created the work, which was cast by the Buderus company.
Another feature of the townscape is the Schmaadleckerbrunnen. It can be seen in front of the Art Nouveau building that formerly housed a pharmacy in Lollar. Together, the tower, monument and fountain show different sides of local history: industrial heritage sits alongside artistic iron casting and a building whose former use lives on in its name.
The Lumda, the Lahn and Views from Altenberg
The Lumda flows through Lollar and joins the Lahn nearby. Another scenic spot is in Odenhausen: in good weather, Altenberg offers far-reaching views of the Vogelsberg and the Gladenbach Uplands, as well as of the university towns of GieĂźen and Marburg. Weather conditions are part of the viewing experience; when visibility is good, the view extends across several named landscapes and towns.
Friedelhausen Castle and its estate also have a clearly defined connection to the Lahn. The castle is in the hamlet of Friedelhausen, which belongs to the Odenhausen district of the town of Lollar, on the Lahn between Marburg and Gießen and near Fronhausen-Sichertshausen and Lollar-Odenhausen. The castle’s interior is not open to visitors. You can explore the location, but visiting the interior is not possible.
Excursions and Practical Information
The Schmelz-Mühle in the district of Salzböden is a destination with a beer garden in a natural setting. In Ruttershausen, a barbecue hut with a barbecue area is located at the edge of the forest; it can accommodate up to 30 people.
The destinations mentioned are spread across the town centre and several districts. Keep the specific place names in mind when making your selection, and consider which location best suits your planned interests.
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