Mühlhausen

Medieval town walls, half-timbered houses and the history of the Reformation characterize the image of Mühlhausen

The city of Mühlhausen is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in central Germany. Once a free imperial city, its impressive streetscape still bears witness to its former prosperity and self-confidence: numerous half-timbered houses, narrow alleys, and an almost completely preserved city wall with towers characterize the historic center. Mühlhausen played a special role during the Reformation. It was here that the radical reformer Thomas Müntzer was active; he advocated for social justice and was a central figure in the German Peasants’ War. The city thus became an important scene of religious and social upheaval in the 16th century.

Sights in Mühlhausen

Mühlhäuser Stadtmauer

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The Mühlhausen city wall is one of the best-preserved medieval fortifications in Germany. With its towers, gates and long sections of wall, it gives an impressive impression of the historic townscape of past centuries. Walks along the complex also offer beautiful views of the old town.
Address: Am Frauentor 13, 99974 Mühlhausen/Thüringen Am Frauentor 13, Mühlhausen/Thüringen
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Stadtmauer Mühlhausen

The city wall is one of the best-preserved medieval fortifications in Germany. The towers and battlements are still largely intact. Visitors can see the structure of a medieval town here.
Address: Am Frauentor 13, 99974 Mühlhausen/Thüringen Am Frauentor 13, Mühlhausen/Thüringen
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Bach-Kirche Divi Blasii

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The Divi Blasii Church is one of the most important sacred buildings in Mühlhausen and is closely associated with the composer Johann Sebastian Bach, who worked here for a time as an organist. The impressive Gothic architecture, the artistic details in the interior and the historic organ make the church an important place for those interested in music and culture.
Address: Untermarkt 7, 99974 Mühlhausen/Thüringen Untermarkt 7, Mühlhausen/Thüringen
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Bauernkriegsmuseum Kornmarktkirche Mühlhausen

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The museum commemorates the German Peasants' War and Mühlhausen's role in these events. Exhibitions convey the social and political background to the uprising. Visitors are given an insight into an important phase of German history.

Address: Kornmarkt, 99974 Mühlhausen/Thüringen Kornmarkt, Mühlhausen/Thüringen
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Mühlhausener Altstadt

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The old town of Mühlhausen delights visitors with its narrow alleyways, historic half-timbered houses and numerous churches. Many buildings date back to the Middle Ages and give the town center a particularly authentic atmosphere. Small squares, cozy cafés and traditional stores make a tour of the old town particularly varied.
Address: 99974 Mühlhausen Mühlhausen
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Mühlhausener Rathaus

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With its imposing façade, the historic town hall on the central market square forms the heart of the town. The building reflects Mühlhausen's long history as an important imperial city and is one of the architectural highlights of the old town. Stores and cafés around the square invite you to linger.
Address: Ratsstraße 19, 99974 Mühlhausen/Thüringen Ratsstraße 19, Mühlhausen/Thüringen
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