Wrexen: Church, Waterways and Steinberg

Wrexen is shaped by the waterways of the Diemel, Orpe and Laubach. A church with four spires, the local history museum and the Steinberg recreation area provide further distinctive points of interest: religious furnishings, local history and recreational activities sit side by side.

Church and Waterways in Wrexen

The church stands out for its four spires. Its furnishings include a crucifix at the altar and a baptismal font dating from the 16th century. Several distinct features come together in one place: the striking shape of the towers, the altar and a baptismal font with a documented historical date. For travellers interested in churches and local history, Wrexen offers a specific cultural point of interest.

The waterways are also part of Wrexen’s character: the Diemel, Orpe and Laubach shape the town. Together with the church and the local history museum, they create an impression that is not defined solely by recreational activities. Depending on whether you would like to focus on the landscape, church furnishings or local history during your trip, Wrexen offers different themes to consider in your plans.

Steinberg Recreation Area

The Steinberg recreation area encompasses former quarries and a leisure park with sports facilities, an equestrian area, an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s playground. The various facilities cater to different interests: sporting activities sit alongside options for horse riding, swimming and play. If you are planning a visit with children, you can include the playground in your plans. Facilities and access may vary seasonally; bear this in mind when planning your visit.

Local History at the Museum

The local history museum in Wrexen presents the town’s history and notable people. Topics include traditional crafts such as weaving and stone carving, as well as papermaking in the past and today. This ranges from individual craft activities to a subject that connects the past with the present. Visits are currently possible by prior arrangement only. Check in advance whether this arrangement still applies to your visit.

More to Explore in the Wider Destination of Diemelstadt

In the wider destination of Diemelstadt, the Forestry Museum in Rhoden focuses on the history of forestry work. One of its main themes is the development of Germany’s oldest forestry workers’ school, from its founding in 1932 until its closure. Following a move, the museum opened on 20 May 2026. The published monthly opening hours may change; check the monthly schedule before visiting.

In the wider destination of Diemelstadt, four mountain bike trails run through the forests between Rhoden, Wrexen and Orpethal. Each route is between 1.6 and 4 kilometres long and is designed for all ages and ability levels. This lets you compare a shorter route with a longer one, as the routes are not all the same length. Check current trail conditions before setting off.

In the wider destination of Diemelstadt, the Rhodener Hude forest nature trail offers a different way to explore the woods. It illustrates the distinctive features of Diemelstadt’s forests in the Rhodener Hude nature conservation area, which is characterised by heathland and juniper. The mountain bike trails offer the chance to ride routes of different lengths; the forest nature trail focuses on the woods and landscape. Which perspective you prefer depends on whether you are looking for a sporting route or a closer look at the distinctive features of the forest during your trip.

The architectural history of other towns is also part of the wider destination of Diemelstadt. In Helmighausen, half-timbered remains and a medieval church nave have been preserved; a beautifully designed Baroque entrance portal at the former moated castle is also worth seeing. Rhoden has a medieval old town with Diemel-Saxon half-timbered ensembles dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Wethen has some well-preserved half-timbered houses from the 19th century. The old town hall and tithe barn there were built on the foundations of an old castle complex.

Discover more destinations: Rhoden, Ammenhausen.

View the wider travel overview: Diemelstadt.