Coming Soon in Landstuhl: The New Dekan-Otto-Moll-Path

The Sickingenstadt Landstuhl wants to create a lasting memorial to one of its most important spiritual figures: In the main committee, it was unanimously decided that the path from the “Kreuz” on Weiherstraße to Berliner Straße will officially be named Dekan-Otto-Moll-Weg. In doing so, the city is following not only a proposal from the administration but also the wish of many citizens – especially numerous older residents who still vividly remember Otto Moll’s legacy.

The official opening will take place on September 28, 2025. Further information: https://sickingenstadt-landstuhl.de/en/events/26-otto-moll-weg

Who was Dean Otto Moll?

Dean Otto Moll was far more than a pastor. In a time of great uncertainty and hardship – at the end of World War II – he was a driving force, a bearer of hope, and an identification figure for many people of Landstuhl.

Together with the parish, he made a vow that if the city was spared by the war, a chapel would be built in honor of the Virgin Mary.

This promise was kept: The Marienkapelle on the Atzel, today a quiet place overlooking the city and castle, was inaugurated in 1953 under his leadership.

But Otto Moll’s influence went far beyond that:

• He initiated the renovation of St. Andreas Parish Church,
• oversaw the construction of the Holy Spirit Church (1955),
• was significantly involved in building St. Markus Parish Church and a kindergarten on the Atzel,
• and contributed to the expansion of St. Johannis Hospital.

For his tireless work, he was awarded the Honorary Citizenship of the City of Landstuhl on February 3, 1970 – one of the city’s highest honors.

A Sign of Remembrance and Gratitude

By naming the path “Dekan-Otto-Moll-Weg,” the city not only wants to honor the life’s work of a dedicated clergyman but also create a visible sign of remembrance. The path connects several places that were significant to Otto Moll, thus offering a symbolic space for memory.

The inauguration has already been scheduled: On September 28, 2025, the Dekan-Otto-Moll-Path is expected to be officially opened – likely with a ceremonial setting and information about Otto Moll along the path.

Source

The information comes from the public minutes of the main committee meeting of June 24, 2025. The complete minutes can be accessed at:

https://sessionnet.owl-it.de/vglandstuhl/bi/si0057.asp?__ksinr=7694