localities of the town of dingelstädt

Beberstedt was first mentioned in a document in 1191 as ‘Befestide’ and has its roots in the Eichsfeld region. The village is located on the south side of the ‘Dün’ mountain range, around 467 metres above sea level. In addition to the Catholic church ‘St Martinus’, the natural monument ‘Drei Linden’ and the historic village green are always worth a visit.

Bickenriede was first mentioned in a document on 12 August 1146. At that time it was still referred to as ‘Bichenrid’. Anrode Abbey, a former Cistercian nunnery from the 13th century, is historically significant. Since the 1990s the monastery has been restored. In the future, a branch of the registry office will be located there.

The first documentary mentioning dates back to the year 817. Dingelstädt is therefore one of the oldest settlements in the Eichsfeld. The Eichsfeld at that time stretched roughly from Mühlhausen to Heiligenstadt, meaning that the town was located in the centre of the district. Popular events include the annual ‘Breikuchenfest’ (cake festival) and the Christmas market on the town hall square.

Helmsdorf is one of the oldest villages in the Eichsfeld: there are mentionings dating back to 786 (‘Helmbrathesdorf’). A parish church is already mentioned in a document from 1283. The current parish church ‘St Peter and Paul’ was built in 1708 and significantly rebuilt in 1933. It contains a baroque high altar, side altar and pulpit.

Hüpstedt was first mentioned in a document from 1124. The village centre is located around 450 m above sea level in a shallow hollow of the Dün whose highest point is around 505 m. It is not far from the village. The village has always been characterised by agriculture and crafts. Tip: Visit the manor house, which functions as a local history museum.

The village was first mentioned in documents in 1146 as ‘Keverehusen’. The Unstrut river, which rises near Kefferhausen, was already mentioned in 531 and can therefore be traced back much earlier in the history books. This is where the Unstrut cycle path begins – known for its beautiful nature and landscape. Another landmark is the Werdigeshäuser church (‘New Church’).

Kreuzebra was first mentioned in a document in 917. The village is situated in a hilly and wooded area, around 430 metres above sea level. The church tower is a defence tower and was probably built in the 14th or 15th century. The Kreuzgarten and the small park at the western village limits are also very distinctive features of the village.

Silberhausen was first mentioned in a document in 1171 as ‘Silverhusen’. The local recreation and nature conservation area on the Unstrut cycle path offers nature lovers and sports enthusiasts an e-bike charging station, a fitness trail, a shelter and, among other things, a playground for small children. By the way: Silberhausen is one of four designated centres of Germany.

Struth was first mentioned in 1273. Until the end of the 18th century, Struth was ministered by the Zella monastery. The monastery is still of great importance to Struth today. The late Baroque church ‘St James the Elder’ is an important sight. With an amount of about 1000 pieces, Struth has one of the largest yew tree populations in Thuringia.

Zella is located in the middle of green meadows by the Unstrut river. The idyllic village is part of the 1st stage of the Unstrut Cycle Route. Also important: Gut Breitenbich, which is between Zella, Horsmar and Beberstedt. Today it is popular among vacationers.