Around the church, farmers, Büdners as well as craftsmen like blacksmiths, millers, tailors and Krügers settled over the course of time. The families lived with animals and crops all together in hall houses with an open fire place – which were quite typical for this time - up until the 19th century.
Just look at the Low German house (over 250 years old) and take in its simplicity.
The unique folk costume of Mönchgut was primarily working clothes, but was also a sign of pride and wealth.
Hallenhaus
