Großkochberg: A village full of life, tradition and Goethe’s story!

Großkochberg: A village full of life, tradition and Goethe’s story!

In the middle of a picturesque landscape, which is characterized by charming orchards, dense forests and lush meadows, the tranquil village of Großkochberg is located. The small town became known through the Kochberg Castle, which was once a popular destination for the famous poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Exactly 250 years ago he visited his girlfriend Charlotte von Stein. Today the place mainly attracts visitors who want to experience the performances in the traditional Liebhabertheater. The inhabitants of Großkochberg proudly look at the lively cultural life and the well -organized village life.

With around 600 residents, Großkochberg belongs to the municipality of Uhlstädt Kirchhasel in the district of Saalfeld-Rudolstadt. The village community is active and combines seven clubs. From the sports club to the riding club to the home club "Planzwanzig18" and the outdoor pool association - almost every inhabitant is involved in any form. There was a lot on this weekend: the outdoor pool is made winter -proof, supported by the volunteer fire brigade, which trains its skills in the new fire truck. The church and the parish hall also received attention - the fence of the church was renewed and a new fountain was added to the parish hall. It is particularly exciting at the riding club, which is prepared for the annual highlight, the popular riding tournament.

A full weekend in Großkochberg, which is also shown in the “Our Dorf Has Weekend” series on October 6, 2024, brings both everyday life and special events to the public. Here reporters with their cameras include the attitude to life of the villagers, their everyday challenges and the common joy and worries.

country life has many faces. But what does reality really look like in a village? How do the romantic ideas of the townspeople agree with the actual life in Großkochberg? Which traditional customs and modern trends shape the social structure, and who are the people who shape the future of their homeland? In a world that always becomes urban, the village offers a look back and a look at another lifestyle that remains fascinating for many.

For more information about the living village community and its activities, See the current reporting on www.mr.de .