Limburg Abbey Ruins

Bad Dürkheim, Germany

In the 9th century, the Salian Dukes from Worms built a fortress on the Linthberg as their family seat. In the early 11th century, the fortress was converted into a Limburg monastery with a basilica. It existed until the mid-16th century, today impressive ruins remains.

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Founded: 11th century
Category: Religious sites in Germany
Historical period: Ottonian Dynasty (Germany)

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Frank R (14 months ago)
It's a shame that a potential for an exciting Mother's Day event was wasted by a wait time of almost an hour and half and a more than arrogant and unfriendly waiter. Part of the problem was not the number of people waiting, lack of personnel or a slow kitchen, but two waiters who spent more time hiding behind a van and smoking than bringing out food.
Armin von Kink (2 years ago)
Great food for a 1000 year old abbey/castle ruin…it’s partially self serve, but the great variety of food and drinks makes up for it.
Francesca Ferraz (3 years ago)
Came here for a company event and the location is really nice. Outdoor space and cool cave for the party.
Danielle Cummings (3 years ago)
This is a beautiful ruin with plenty to explore, as well as a restaurant in/adjacent to it. We came here thinking it was only accessible by dining there, but we weren't even able to due to a concert and a wedding happening that day. Nevertheless, there was still a ton to see and appreciate on the outside of the abbey and the inner courtyard of the abbey, though I would have loved to climb the tower if that's still allowed at all, as well as go into the crypt. We parked immediately next to the abbey, though the walk from the nearby town seemed like it would have been fairly easy and beautiful, as well as well shaded and stroller accessible. Highly recommend, and may come back again to see if we can explore more on a week day without other events happening.
David Garcia (3 years ago)
We got there late, didn't get a chance to try the restaraunt, but next time we will. But the view from the top was beautiful.
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