Tag: Fachwerk

Fachwerk Marburg
European Cuisine, General, Germany

Historic Timbered Style Homes and the building process

My Grandparents half-timbered home (Fachwerk) in Dettelbach was built in 1560. My uncle discovered it by chance when renovating it. Of course it has plumbing and electric for decades, it’s just the ceilings are really low and walls are crooked. The town has strict architectural guidelines. I am intrigued about the building process of those medieval half timbered homes. I did some research and I … Continue reading Historic Timbered Style Homes and the building process

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Limburg an der Lahn, Fachwerk
General, Germany, Northern Europe

Exploring Limburg an der Lahn: A Medieval Gem

A delightful side trip west of Frankfurt leads to Limburg an der Lahn Altstadt, a charming medieval town steeped in history. We parked our car below the Woolworth store in the Old Town parking garage and began our exploration from there. I absolutely love the charming cobblestone streets and the beautifully preserved timber-framed homes, known as Fachwerk, which are abundant in Limburg. The town is … Continue reading Exploring Limburg an der Lahn: A Medieval Gem

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