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Hammelburg’s 'Zur Alten Wache' Closes After 20 Years

A short flea market next week will clear the premises.

Overview

  • The final service was held on Sunday, December 28, 2025, confirming the permanent shutdown.
  • Owners Werner and Marco announced the closure and posted an emotional farewell on Facebook on the last day.
  • Calls to the restaurant now reach an answering message stating it is permanently closed, with no reason provided for the decision.
  • The doors will reopen briefly for a clearance flea market on January 2–4 from 11 a.m. each day, according to the owners’ post.
  • The Italian restaurant dates to 1988 and earned strong local loyalty, reflected in a 4.4/5 Google rating from 518 reviews.