Shadow paths and secrets: Halloween tour in Lorsch!

Shadow paths and secrets: Halloween tour in Lorsch!

Exciting experiences will soon take place in Lorsch, in the picturesque Bergstrasse district of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region. On Saturday, November 1st, 2025, a very special tour entitled “Shadow Paths – All Souls' Day, Halloween and the Mysteries of Death” starts at 6 p.m. This event, organized by the NibelungenLand Tourist Information Office, promises a fascinating mix of history and anecdotes relating to the topic of death.

The point at which history and anecdotes meet is an exciting experience, especially for adults. Participation is limited to 25 people, and those interested can register until November 1, 2025 at 4 p.m. in the Old Town Hall on the market square. Getting to know the history of the city and the diversity of Lorsch – that is exactly the aim of the tour, which is intended for guests, long-time residents and newcomers. For further details about dates and prices, those interested can visit the NibelungenLand website.

Public tours and other offers

For anyone who would like to discover the flair of Lorsch more closely, the NibelungenLand Tourist Information also offers public guided tours. These take place on selected Sundays and public holidays from March to October at 2 p.m. There are also special themed tours that focus on a specific topic every month. The minimum number of participants for tours is just one person, which makes participation very easy.

• Führungen im Kloster Lorsch: Hier können Besucher aus erster Hand erfahren, wie das Kloster, das übrigens UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe ist, zur Geschichte des deutschen Kulturraums beiträgt. Die Präsenzführungen bieten Einblicke in das Lorscher Arzneibuch, das älteste Werk der Klostermedizin im deutschsprachigen Raum. Die Führungen sind eine hervorragende Gelegenheit, mehr über die Mönche, Nonnen und ihre Kunst des Heilens mit Pflanzen zu lernen.
• Nächste Termine: Am 1. November gibt es zudem eine spezielle Halloween-Führung zum Thema Schattenwege, und am 6. Dezember wird eine Weihnachtsführung angeboten, die weihnachtliche Traditionen behandelt.

The monastery itself not only impresses with its historical buildings, but also with its herb garden, which is laid out on the premises and is peppered with wonderful plants that were used for healing at the time. The tours also offer the opportunity to visit the Royal Hall and allow visitors to gain insights into the architectural and art history of the imperial monastery.

For anyone who would like to register or receive further information: The NibelungenLand Tourist Information Office is open Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The team can be reached by phone at 06251 / 17526-0 or by email at info@nibelungenland.net. Regardless of whether you are a resident of Lorsch or are visiting as a tourist - don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the history of the city and have an exciting, educational time.

Reported on this MRN News that the tours are not only an informative but also an entertaining experience for everyone involved.