Hofruine Weilach

Hofruine Weilach consists of stone remains scattered among willow trees and meadows, still showing the layout of a former farm complex. A visible old well at the center reveals how the farm managed its water supply.

The farm was first mentioned in 1381 under Leininger counts who controlled the region and operated as a working farm for centuries. It was destroyed by fire in 1790 during a violent attack and never rebuilt afterward.

The name comes from the family that farmed here for centuries. You can see how the buildings were arranged around a central courtyard, showing how a farming family organized their daily work and living space.

The site is accessible via marked hiking trails ranging from 5 to 25 kilometers that connect to surrounding paths. A restaurant at Forsthaus Weilach near Kreisstraße 3 offers food and refreshment before or after visiting the ruins.

During the 1790 attack, the farmer's daughter hid in a doghouse and later identified one of the attackers from a nearby village. This personal detail reminds visitors that the violence was very real and affected individuals, not just the building.

Location: Bad Dürkheim (district)

GPS coordinates: 49.47648,8.13582

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24