Digital village museum

Water Castle

History and pictures of the former Ruppendorf moated castle. Learn more about the medieval complex, its origins, its inhabitants, and its decline. Historical photographs and reconstructions bring the former building back to life and make it tangible once again.

Landscape Development

How the natural and cultural landscape of Ruppendorf has changed over the centuries. Historical maps, aerial photographs, and eyewitness accounts document the transformation of the landscape and show how nature, agriculture, and settlement development have shaped the village.

Film Archive

Historical and current film footage documenting life in the village. From old Super 8 recordings to modern video productions: experience Ruppendorf in moving images and discover how village life and its people have changed over the decades.

Ruinenspatzen

The Ruppendorfer Ruinenspatzen are a cultural group from the Saxon Ore Mountains, founded after 1945 by dialect poet Erich Wunderwald. With songs, poems, and stories in the Ore Mountain dialect, they continue to cultivate their local traditions to this day.

Posters

A collection of historical event and advertising posters from Ruppendorf. These graphic testimonies from past decades provide a fascinating insight into the cultural and social life of the village and reflect the spirit of their respective eras.

Historical Seal & Coat of Arms

The significance and origin of Ruppendorf's official seal and coat of arms. Learn which symbols are used, what they mean historically, and how the coat of arms, as an official emblem, represents the identity and self-image of the village community.

Church

History, architecture, and current information about the village's ecclesiastical center. Learn more about the church's architectural history, its art-historical significance, special features, and its role as the spiritual and cultural center of Ruppendorf.