zehnthaus (former synagog)

Many tourists seem to forget this hamlet of Bacharach (Steeg), never the less this part is charming. The half timbered building of the Zenthaus is the oldest estate in the neighborhood and is located close to St Anna's church in Steeg. This 15th century historical House was first used as a synagogue, second as Zehnthaus, later as City Hall and housing and according an inscription from 1407 in front of the "House of Knight von Katzenelnbogen" (the castle). This architectural building can only be seen exterior as it is in private hands. When we visited the house was for sale...