Mechterstädt celebrates: 1250 years of village history in a new chronicle!

Mechterstädt celebrates: 1250 years of village history in a new chronicle!

Mechterstädt, Deutschland - in Mechterstädt something happens! On June 23, 2025, the traditional association of the town was rewarded with a check for 2,760 euros from visible hands. This amount was requested for the printing of a significant village chronicle to capture the long and eventful history of Mechterstädt. The Free State of Thuringia provided the funding, financed by the income of the state lottery. Oscar on Friday reports that State Secretary Malsch personally provided the support that made not only the club members proud, but but also focuses on the commitment to village history.

The chronicle will be a valuable addition to the local historical culture. With names like Dieter Specht, Karl-Friedrich Rommel and Evelin Groß at the top, the traditional association shows that the preservation of history is important to him. Together with Member of the Landtag Marion Rosin and her visit to the Mechterstädt Agricultural Center, it becomes clear how diverse the topics in this small place are.

a long history

But what is behind Mechterstädt? Already in 775 the village was mentioned for the first time. At that time, the Franconian King Charlemagne gave the Hersfeld monastery in "Villa Mehderstede". The early settlers particularly profit from the fertile soils and the abundance of the Hörsel, which flows along the edge of the village. Hörsel it impressively represents that the development of the village was influenced for centuries of monasteries, which acted as a fiefdom, especially through the monastery Hersfeld, which has been influenced for centuries.

The history of the village is peppered with drasching events: from looting troops in the Thirty Years' War, to large fires to flood disasters in the 1960s. When the 1200th anniversary took place in 1975, the centuries-old resilience of the population became clear. After the last wars asked for many young men, the population after the Second World War rose again by resettlers - proof of the will to create a home in the region.

Community at the center of

The traditional club has now started to capture and celebrate the further history of Mechterstädt. Not only are valuable events from the past, but also the community that shapes the place. The new pressure of the chronicle is intended to help combine generations and to keep the cultural heritage alive.

This can be said that Mechterstädt is a place that looks proud of its deeply rooted history. With the new funding, historical memory is not only secured, but also made tangible - a really good business for everyone who feels connected to the history of the small but fine village. If you would like to learn more about the chronicle and the exciting history of Mechterstädt, you will find all information and news on the corresponding websites.