Stunning Schwäbisch Hall
Dating back in written records to 1037, Schwäbisch Hall stands today as a beautiful old town with a mix of architectural styles ranging from half-timbered houses to elaborate Baroque and Gothic structures. Though it lies in Baden-Württemberg, Hall as it was and is still colloquially called, is part of Heilbronn Franconia and was noted as early as the 5th century for salt production by Celts who inhabited the region. Largely destroyed during the 30 Years War, it recovered quickly due to its lucrative salt production and a growing wine trade. The Schwäbisch moniker was added and removed numerous times to Hall according to who laid claim to it. It has stuck since 1934 when the Nazis wanted to distinguish it from other towns named Hall, after establishing a concentration camp in nearby Hall Hassental.
images of lovely Schwäbisch Hall
Though the name remains Schwabian, Hall as locals still refer to it remains removed from mainstream Württemberg. It was also an early proponent of Martin Lurther and remains a largely Protestant town. So, while in the state of Baden-Württemberg, it is historically and culturally Franconia so is included here. This is a town which deserves a visit even if it weren’t for a brewery. Thankfully, you won’t go thirsty as there are two.
charming Schwäbisch Hall
Some 24 breweries once quenched the thirst of the townsfolk of Schwäbisch Hall but only the oldest remains of that group: Haller Löwenbräu. A newer second brewery called Sudhaus has been on the scene since 2004. Details in links below.
Brauereiausschank zum Löwen/Haller Löwenbräu
Sudhaus an der Kunshalle Würth/former brew house of Haller Löwenbräu
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