Eisenbach: Discover local history and walking trails

In Eisenbach, St. Peter’s Church, town houses with stucco façades and the Hofgut zu Hausen represent different aspects of local history. The trails also have their own appeal: the length of the Selters–Eisenbach circular hiking trail is specified, while the Graf-Hanse-Weg offers insights into village life in the past. This makes architectural history, places of remembrance and outdoor activity distinct interests to consider when planning a stay.

Church and civic architecture

St. Peter’s Church was built in 1896/98 to plans by architect Jakob Fachinger in the Romanesque Revival style. Its tower continues to have a strong influence on Eisenbach’s townscape. The style identifies the building’s architectural character; the tower’s striking effect is a distinct part of its appearance. For travellers interested in architectural history, St. Peter’s is therefore a clearly identifiable highlight.

The architecture stands out beyond the church, too: Eisenbach has a notably large number of town houses with stucco façades. They are regarded as examples of local craftsmanship. Together with the church, they draw attention both to an individual religious building and to the design of the town houses. This means the town’s architecture offers more than one point of historical interest.

The manor and traces of history

The Hofgut zu Hausen provides another historical highlight. Its Baroque manor house dates from 1662. The estate is a historic site and a monument; a small memorial chapel stands at the edge of the forest. It contains the graves of August Freiherr von Kruse († 1848) and his wife, Freifrau Henriette († 1873). The estate and chapel are protected monuments. The manor house, chapel and graves give the site several distinct, specifically identified historical associations.

Local history also encompasses religious and economic themes. Until the 16th century, the parish of Niederselters belonged to the parish of St. Peter in Eisenbach as a subsidiary church community. Mining was carried out in Eisenbach in the 19th century. These two details refer to different periods and different aspects of history.

Walking trails with different highlights

The Selters–Eisenbach circular hiking trail is 10 km long. Along the Graf-Hanse-Weg, several information points offer insights into village life in the past; the trail is family-friendly. The features mentioned therefore differ: a specific distance is given for the circular trail, while the Graf-Hanse-Weg focuses on its information points and their historical theme. This comparison can help you choose the tour that best suits your interests.

A cultural and historical highlight in Selters (Taunus)

In Selters (Taunus), the Selters Water Museum explores the mineral spring’s nearly 500-year history in Niederselters. It explains how the spring developed from a Sauerborn into a renowned medicinal spring. The water was already prized at the courts of Europe’s princes in the 18th century. This distinct cultural and historical highlight complements Eisenbach’s architectural and local history with the story of mineral water.

A guided tour lasting about an hour includes the restored well temple, built between 1906 and 1908, the tasting room, where visitors can sample the original type of Selters water, and the park. Visits should be arranged in advance. When planning, also check the museum’s current opening hours.

For the broader travel overview: Selters.