In the footsteps of the Waldensians

The Waldensian village of Nordhausen, founded by religious refugees, is unique in the region. Follow in the footsteps of the Waldensians and explore the Nordhausen district of Nordheim, where the Waldensian movement can look back on over 300 years of history. The Waldensians in Nordhausen and other parts of Germany lived at a time when religious diversity and dissent were not tolerated in Europe. They were often persecuted and ostracized because they read the Bible in the vernacular, protested against the luxury and hierarchy of the Catholic Church, and held their services in small, independent communities. Over the centuries, the Waldensians moved to various regions of Europe, including Nordhausen, where they maintained their community. In Nordhausen, they often lived in seclusion to escape persecution and tried to live according to their own religious beliefs. **Included services** - Guided tour **Further information** - Duration: 1.5 hours - Group size: 10 people or more