Updates on the Circle of Kyffhaus: Latest Developments Revealed
In the heart of the Kyffhäuser region, the picturesque town of Bad Frankenhausen is steeped in history and geology, with a rich past tied to the extraction of salt. The region, known for its natural wonders such as the Barbarossahöhle cave, offers a glimpse into the centuries-old tradition of salt production.
The show salthouse in Bad Frankenhausen's Kurpark has recently reopened, providing visitors with an immersive experience into this intriguing aspect of the town's past. The reconstructed salthouse demonstrates the medieval salt extraction principle and encourages active participation, offering a unique insight into the region's heritage.
The salthouse keepers conduct tours every weekend until the end of October, above the source ground, in historical clothing. These tours are a testament to the town's commitment to preserving its historical traditions.
Salt production in Bad Frankenhausen reached its peak in the 16th century, with 117 salthouses producing 500 centners of salt daily. However, the salt business collapsed due to the consequences of the Thirty Years' War and adherence to old technologies.
The Barbarossahöhle cave near Bad Frankenhausen offers guided tours where visitors can explore over nine centuries of history related to the site, although the tours are in German. This cave experience, while focusing more on the cave itself, also provides cultural and historical insights relevant to the region, including possibly its resource uses like salt.
The selection of funding projects aims to acknowledge local voluntary engagement and strengthen rural communities. The Landratsamt Kyffhäuserkreis has announced a project call for GAK-financed regional budget projects for implementation in 2025, with a total of 200,000 euros in funding available. Local companies are usually commissioned for the implementation of the planned measures, contributing to local economic promotion. The federal and state governments are co-financing 180,000 euros for the funding projects, with the RAG Kyffhäuser contributing an additional 20,000 euros. Symbolic funding certificates have been presented to the selected project carriers.
Clubs and municipalities investing in buildings, equipment, or outdoor facilities will benefit from the funding. Barrier-free access is often created through these projects, such as to the church in Ringleben and a barrier-free toilet in the community center in Trebra.
For those interested specifically in salt production history, it may be beneficial to inquire locally or seek specialized regional museums or heritage centers in the Kyffhäuser region that focus on this aspect.
On a separate note, the kindergarten "Topfstedter Krümel" is celebrating its 30 years of belonging to the carrier work social services, 35 years of merger, and 60 years of full-day opening hours on August 1st.
Lastly, vintage tractor enthusiasts can look forward to the tractor meeting in Immenrode on July 12th, featuring beer wagons, food, music, a tractor tour, and activities for children. A traffic survey will take place from July 7 to 27 in the city buses of Sondershausen and Mühlhausen, surveying the share of mobility-restricted passengers on all city bus lines using a random sample.
Visitors can learn about the region’s heritage and its economic past through these cultural and historical experiences, offering a meaningful way to connect with the local history and geology. With its rich history and beautiful landscapes, the Kyffhäuser region is an ideal destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in a bygone era.
The immersive salthouse experience in Bad Frankenhausen's Kurpark, centered on the region's salt production history, provides a unique insight into the town's heritage. On a different note, the Kyffhäuser region, containing various cultural and historical experiences, allows visitors to connect with its bygone era, offering a meaningful way to engage with its rich history and landscapes.
