This is a typical hall that would have belonged to a farmer of the southwest
region of Mecklenburg. It has a representative gable. This building was
constructed in 1671 in Strassen, a rural district of Ludwigslust. It was
employed as living quarters for farmers and housed their retired parents as
well. From 1914-1978 it was used as a building for labor.
Construction - Two half-timbered building, clay noggings, plastered west
gable with brick noggings, thatched roof or rush.
Flett-House - No direct gangway or throughway for vehicles. The vestibule
ends in a room (Flett), in which the hearths and the side exits are located.
Behind them the living quarters can be found.
Main House - Living and working quarters, keeping of animals, storage of
harvested goods all under one roof.
Smoke House - No chimney is present.
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Description of the Strassen Farmhouse |
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The farmhouse (Photo courtesy of the Swansons) |
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