Felsenkeller in Zeulenroda drive: a monument before the end?

Felsenkeller in Zeulenroda drive: a monument before the end?

There are many places in Thuringia that tell stories. A very special is the "Felsenkeller" inn in Zeulenroda. With a story that goes back over 400 years, it could even be the oldest building in the city. Beate Dietzel, who ran the inn until 2006, is now looking forward to an insecure future. She hopes to be able to hand over the valuable monument to other hands in order to revitalize it. Unfortunately, her attempt to sell the building remained without success. Financial difficulties were added, and for over ten years she has been looking for a buyer for a total of 2000 square meters of space, which, in addition to the guest rooms, also includes apartments, an extension, a barn and a side gel. Tragic strokes also led to it became the sole heir of the traditional inn. that time seems to have stopped in this historic building.

The "rock cellar" is not only known for its history, but also for its beautiful location and the traditional Thuringian cuisine. The name of the inn comes from a former mine that leads 50 meters deep into the mountain and is accessible to interested guests. The inn has been run by the Fröderking family since 1964 and has established itself as a popular destination over the years. Despite the challenges that the building had to deal with due to the devastating fire in 2006, the inn was reopened after the reconstruction on December 15, 2007. Today the pension offers space for 20 people, with comfortable guests and an inviting menu that not only includes Thuringian specialties, but also fish, poultry and game. There are also numerous amenities such as WiFi, a playground and a lounge for the guests.

a piece of cultural history

The "Felsenkeller" inn is an outstanding example of the role of historical inns in rural culture. As described in a current "bookacine" about historical inns, such places are more than just a place to stay or eat. They are part of the village culture and rural life. Frank J. Ebner, the author of the book, emphasizes that inns are interwoven with the catering and world history and preserve the stories of their hosts and guests. The portraits in this collection invite you to immerse yourself in the history of such places and discover their special fates. The book comprises 92 pages and offers an exciting insight into the variety of these inns with around 220 illustrations. region offers further backgrounds for this. impressive collection.