The best MTB trails around Obermehler

The old town of Mühlhausen is one of the best-preserved medieval city centers in Germany and is an important cultural and historical testimony. It is characterized primarily by its almost completely preserved city walls, numerous churches, and a dense network of historic streets and half-timbered houses. A striking feature of the old town is the impressive city fortifications with their towers and gates, which extend over several kilometers. To this day, they convey an impression of Mühlhausen's former importance as a free imperial city in the Middle Ages. Within these walls, a vibrant urban center developed, shaped by trade, crafts, and religious life. Particularly noticeable is the large number of churches, which is why Mühlhausen is often referred to as the "City of Churches." Among the most famous buildings are the Marienkirche, an impressive Gothic structure, and the Divi-Blasii-Kirche, which is closely associated with the work of Johann Sebastian Bach. These churches bear witness to the city's religious and cultural significance in past centuries. The old town also played an important role during the Reformation and the German Peasants' War. Particularly noteworthy is the reformer Thomas Müntzer, who worked in Mühlhausen and made the city a center of social and religious upheaval. In addition to the grand buildings, numerous well-preserved half-timbered houses, narrow alleys, and historic squares shape the cityscape. The central market square with the town hall forms the heart of the old town and remains an important meeting place to this day. Many buildings date from different centuries and show the architectural development of the city. Today, the old town of Mühlhausen is a popular destination for tourists and history enthusiasts. Museums, events, and guided tours offer an insight into the city's eventful past. At the same time, it is a living part of modern urban life, where history and the present are connected in a special way.

A small, beautiful and quiet idyllic pond near Schlotheim. It is leased to the Mühlhausen Anglers' Club.

It is fascinating to cycle through Mühlhausen. There are many sights (city walls, churches, museums and small shops) that are fascinating.

Opposite the monastery in a window.

You slowly have to take a closer look because the sculptures have adapted their color to the surroundings.

St. Mary's Church can be seen from far away, it is actually the second largest church in Thuringia. A tour of the tower is highly recommended, which is offered every Monday during the main tourist season. An interesting tour and a very beautiful panoramic view! If you look a little more closely from the outside you can see three partridges on the northern side choir - a very interesting story lies behind it!😉

Beautiful little church, which invites you to stop for photos.

The tower structure is a true masterpiece, especially by carpenters but also by slaters. I don't want to see the construction plan of the framework for the main tower and the four attached corner towers. A very atypical but successful construction!