Herrnhut Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality of Germany
About Herrnhut
Herrnhut was born as a result of people fleeing religious intolerance: Protestant refugees fled Catholic persecution in Moravia, now part of theCzech Republic, and were given permission by the devoutly Christian German nobleman Count Nicolaus Zinzendorf to settle on his lands. Zinzendorf's estate included what became the town site of Herrnhut. The name 'Herrnhut' translates as 'the Lord's watchful care' and was chosen by the Moravians because they saw themselves as being under God's protection. The count soon took on a direct leadership role with the refugees, helping to mould them into a strong community. From this tiny village hamlet, a vibrant missionary movement began. Herrnhut sent out 100 missionaries to the far-flung corners of the world in the 25 years after 1727, more than all Pro
Top Attractions in Herrnhut
Explore the best things to see and do in Herrnhut:
- ★Arthouse Cinema
- ★Berthelsdorf Church
- ★Count Zinzendorf's Grave
- ★Count Zinzendorf's Manor House
- ★Forest Swimming Pool
- ★Gedenkstein Ceremony
- ★Historic Tour
- ★Moravian Anniversary Service
Where to Eat in Herrnhut
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Förster Café
- 🍴Hutberg Cellar
- 🍴Paul Bakery
- 🍴Restaurant at the Big Tree
- 🍴The Post Cellar
- 🍴Umut Kebab House
Where to Stay in Herrnhut
- 🏨Eulkretscham Hotel
- 🏨Friedensthal Inn
- 🏨Hotel Ninive
- 🏨Jesus House
- 🏨Moravian Church Hotel & Conference Centre
- 🏨Old Moravian House
Herrnhut Travel Guide Sections
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