Another Lower Bavarian gem makes its history accessible to all
Some villages embody their history so naturally that it is easy to forget just how far back it actually stretches. Julbach, in the Lower Bavarian district of Rottal-Inn, is one such place – peaceful, picturesque, and with a past that dates back to the early Middle Ages. Archaeological finds, such as this feudal coin from the 11th century, are the earliest evidence proving that Julbach was the centre of a noble estate, held by the Nobles of Julbach.
Now this past is becoming even more visible: Julbach has opened its own Topotheque and has made its ‘digital treasure chest’ of everyday history and stories publicly accessible. Thanks to the voluntary efforts of the ‘Burgfreunde zu Julbach’ association, the first 400 or so entries have been prepared and uploaded.
And where photographs from days gone by have not (yet) been found, old postcards often help to document a place’s development. Old documents, such as consignment notes, are often very revealing, offering an insight into the goods and transport economy of days long past. Old newspaper reports on everyday occurrences such as traffic accidents, etc., also enrich the Topotheque, alongside old photographs.