Master’s thesis | 4th semester | Anna-Lena Krauß | Winter semester 2024/25
In Rüdesheim am Rhein, the ruins of Ehrenfels Castle stand on a steep vineyard slope. It is the first castle marking the start of the ‘Middle Rhine Valley’ UNESCO World Heritage Site, which lies further upstream. Since its construction around 1200, the castle has been a significant feature in art, music and poetry. At this unique ruin, a music academy is being established, modelled on the former customs village below the castle, where musicians can rehearse and perform together. The castle ruins are being revitalised as an event venue through new initiatives.
The Mühlstein Music Academy is a reincarnation of the past and breathes new life into the site.
The master’s thesis was supervised by Prof. Gunther Laux and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Stumpf.
