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The historical town walk through the medieval core of Nieder-Saulheim offers a highly interesting insight into the over 1250-year history of the place. A multitude of historical buildings, all equipped with detailed information panels, bring the eventful past to life in the heart of Rheinhessen. https://www.saulheim.de/historischer-rundgang/
The edifice was completed in 1906 in art nouveau stile by the mason Jean Gemünden. It’s composed from an engine hall and a westward added living quarter for the keeper (machinist). The facade is structured by high windows with sprout frames. The living quarter is in „Landhaus“–style with framework and an elegant helmeted roof. This old power plant is a proof of the economical prosperity of Ober-Ingelheim in the early 20th century. Until 1945 two Diesel engines with a total of 100 HP (horsepower) powered the DC…
Wines and estates are spectacular. The castle ensemble (16th/17th century) towers stately over Ingelheim. In 1900, the von Opel family acquired the estate. Today, the VDP winery is run by Count and Countess Schönburg-Glauchau in the fourth generation. It benefits from an outstanding stock of vines in the Schloss Westerhaus monopollage and other sites in the Selz Valley. Wine tastings are available by appointment for up to 50 people. The winery is located directly on the premium hiking trail "Hiwweltour Westerberg". …
In 2010, the Mainz patron Stefan Schmitz took over the now severely damaged ruins of St. Christoph. In 2012, the "Initiative St. Christoph" was founded, with the aim of restoring the dignity of the site with the help of public and private funds. Together with the city of Mainz, a restoration plan was created that aimed to complete the memorial in time for the 70th anniversary of its destruction on February 27, 2015. The plan was successfully implemented: The ruins, the tower, and the outdoor facilities were extensively renovated. Since 2015,…
The foundation stone for the present church was laid on October 31, 1892. It was built in neo-Gothic style using quarry stone, and the bell tower houses three steel bells tuned to E, A, and G. The church was consecrated on December 19, 1894, and underwent extensive renovations in 1932 and 2006. Would you like to learn more about the history, the Walcker organ, the Schwabsburg Christ, the baptismal font, or the stained glass windows? There is much to discover! During the summer, the church is open on weekends and holidays from 10:00 a.m. to…
In the cross vault of the Engelthal Monastery fine seasonal dishes are offered. Matching every dish there are in-house wines. General information on this typical kind of Rheinhessen vault, called "Kuhkapelle" (cow chapel) The origin of the typical Rheinhessen vaults goes back to the early 19th century. At that time, farmers wanted to increase the yield of their cattle by keeping them in stables and use the leftovers as fertiliser for their fields. Initially, the cattle were housed on the ground floor of the half-timbered houses, above…
The cabaret stage Oberhaus is a cultural highlight of the city centre in Alzey and offers a diverse program for every taste. No matter if it's comedy, cabaret or a live band, the stage offers enough space for every kind of art. Apart from that the visitors can take part in whiskey tastings after their registration or they can prove their skills at a darts competition. Also there are parties in the Oberhaus on a regular basis. The counter is with a length of ten meters one of the longest in Alzey, the musical entertainment is diverse, they…
Above the village, the "Rondell" – a natural monument – offers a resting place for hikers and cyclists. The Rheinhessian Jakob Pilgrimage Trail, which is also suitable for cyclists in this area, leads directly past the new Vendersheim Tower. From here, you have a wonderful view over the Rheinhessian landscape and its vineyards all the way to the Donnersberg and, in good weather, to the skyline of Frankfurt. At the large winemaker's table next to the tower, even large groups can comfortably take a break together at one table.