Waldkirch, Organ manufacturing town in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Description
Waldkirch is a town in Baden-Württemberg situated along the Elz River below Kandel mountain. The place reflects its long craft tradition through its buildings and the businesses that still operate there today.
History
The town grew around a Benedictine convent established in the early medieval period. Over time it became known for organ manufacturing, which defined the community for hundreds of years.
Culture
Organ building shaped the town's character and how people here see themselves. The Elztalmuseum shows how craftspeople worked across generations to create instruments for churches and traveling shows.
Practical
The town is easy to reach and has several major employers with factories and workshops visible from outside. Visitors can also find the museum and explore the area on foot.
Did you know?
The town specialized in building barrel organs and street organs that played at fairs and in streets. These portable instruments brought music to people who might not otherwise have heard it.
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