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Germany's Archives Day Opens Hanau's Centuries-Old Treasures to the Public

Step into Hanau's past with free guided tours of its 15th-century archives. No booking needed—just curiosity about the stories hidden in charters, maps, and letters.

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2026 February 16 . 7:18 PM

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Germany's Archives Day Opens Hanau's Centuries-Old Treasures to the Public

Germany's nationwide Archives Day returns on Saturday, March 7, with free guided tours at the Hanau City Archives. The event, held every two years, showcases the vital role of archives in preserving history. Over 200 cities and towns across the country will take part, offering public access to their collections.

The Hanau City Archives will open its doors for two free tours, starting at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Archives director Stephan Loquai and colleague Jan van der Pütten will lead visitors through the collections. No advance booking is needed, and participants should meet at the 'Portal to City History' on the second floor of the Kulturforum at Freiheitsplatz.

The archives hold documents spanning back to the 15th century. Among the materials are charters, official registers, maps, postcards, newspapers, and private papers. Those interested in viewing specific records can request them by email at [email protected] or by phone at +49 6181 / 295 071 48.

Outside of the event, the archives are open Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM, with additional visits available by appointment. An online database, accessible without registration, allows users to search the holdings via the Hessian archives portal at https://arcinsys.hessen.de/ under the municipal archives section.

The event forms part of the Association of German Archivists' (VdA) biennial Archives Day. It gives the public a chance to explore Hanau's historical records firsthand. The city's archives remain a key resource for researchers, residents, and anyone curious about local history.