Discover Brattendorf’s local history in Auengrund

Brattendorf lies between Priemäusel and Süßberg, right in the center of the municipality of Auengrund. Local history and church development take center stage here; the wider travel destination of Auengrund also offers nature and cultural attractions elsewhere.

Key moments in Brattendorf’s history

Brattendorf was first mentioned in a document in 1317 in the “Saalbuch,” a register of the Counts of Henneberg. Another historic turning point followed in 1928: Brattendorf acquired its own church, making the Protestant parish independent. These two dates highlight different aspects—the town’s early written record and the independence of its Protestant parish. Those interested in a place’s history will therefore find more here than just a single point in time.

Nature and trails in the wider travel destination of Auengrund

In the wider travel destination of Auengrund, natural trails wind through extensive woodland and invite you to hike and cycle. One specifically named route is the 7.5 km Crocker Kesseltal Nature Park Trail. It follows a steady series of ups and downs over around 200 metres of elevation, looping around Crock and passing through a diverse natural area on the southern slope of the Thuringian Forest. While the general trails offer hiking and cycling in the woodland, the Nature Park Trail is a clearly defined route with a specified length to help you plan your outing. Check current trail conditions before setting out.

Landscape and culture in other parts of Auengrund

Wiedersbach lies in the valley of the stream of the same name, is surrounded by mountains and is located within the Hildburghäuser Wald Landscape Protection Area. The surrounding area also includes the Elsterbachtal and Dinkelshaak nature reserves, the Wiedersbach moors and the Ratscher Reservoir. In Wiedersbach, the valley, mountains and protected areas shape the landscape; the Crocker Kesseltal Trail near Crock, by contrast, is a specifically named route with a stated length and elevation figure.

Historic themes are also spread across different places in the wider Auengrund area. In Wiedersbach, the church tower dates from 1601. A landwehr (defensive earthwork) was built in the Poppenwind district and was formerly also called “Lampr.” In Crock, local clubs took the initiative in the 1970s to build a swimming pool and an open-air stage offering cultural and leisure activities. These examples bring together a historic church tower, a landwehr with a former name, and the initiative of local clubs at the time.

The Brattendorf fair took place from 22 to 26 August 2024; it was organized by Heimatverein Brattendorf e. V. Schwarzbach is home to a go-kart track described as the largest outdoor go-kart track in southern Thuringia. It offers a different kind of attraction alongside woodland trails and local history. If you would like to include the go-kart track in your plans, check visitor access in advance.

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