Walldürn

Walldürn is a town located in the Neckar-Odenwald district of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is situated approximately 40 kilometers east of Heidelberg.

Geography: Walldürn lies in the Bauland region, known for its rolling hills and agricultural landscape.

History: Walldürn's history dates back to Roman times. It is best known as a pilgrimage site due to the "Holy Blood Miracle" (German: Blutwunder), which allegedly occurred in 1330. According to the legend, a priest accidentally spilled consecrated wine during Mass, and the wine soaked into the corporal (altar cloth), forming an image of the crucified Christ. This led to the construction of the St. George Basilica, which attracts pilgrims from all over the world. The town was granted city rights in 1372.

Culture and Tourism: The St. George Basilica (German: St. Georgs-Basilika) is the main tourist attraction. The annual Walldürn Pilgrimage (German: Walldürner Wallfahrt) draws large crowds. The town also has a number of historical buildings and museums, including the Odenwald Museum. The Wallfahrtmuseum focuses on the history of the pilgrimage and its impact on the town.

Economy: Walldürn's economy is based on agriculture, tourism, and small to medium-sized businesses.

Government: Walldürn has a town council and a mayor.

Twin Towns: Walldürn is twinned with:

• Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, France
• Kissy (now part of Freetown), Sierra Leone (friendship agreement)