Großcomburg
A millennium-old monastery on a hill above the town's south side, ringed by towered walls like a fortress. Its church holds a Romanesque gilded altar and a giant ring chandelier.
Großcomburg was founded by Benedictines in 1078 and sits on a hill about 3 km south of the old town. Its outer wall, studded with towers, makes it look like a fortress from afar. At its core is the Baroque Church of St. Nicholas, which holds a Romanesque gilded altar frontal from around 1130 and the contemporaneous Hetwig chandelier, about 5 meters in diameter. Both are treasures of German Romanesque metalwork. You can stroll the walkway along the walls and gaze out over the old town. The monastery now houses a teacher training academy. The church and walls can be visited freely, while some areas require a guided tour, which runs more often in summer. You can walk there in about 40 minutes or take a bus. The hill opposite is Kleincomburg.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00 (shorter in winter; guided tours extra)
Nearby sights
- Hällisch-Fränkisches Museum
- St. Michael's Church & Great Steps
- Marktplatz & Town Hall
- Freilichtspiele Schwäbisch Hall & Globe Theatre
- Haalplatz & Sulferturm
- Kunsthalle Würth
- Kocher Covered Bridges & Riverfront
- Johanniterhalle (Würth Old Masters)