Erbach in the Odenwald is a popular tourist destination known for its air spa and as a center for ivory carving. Events such as the Erbach Wiesenmarkt and the Castle Christmas attract tens of thousands of visitors to this Hessian district town every year. In addition to the impressive Baroque castle, it offers a charming old town with lovingly restored half-timbered houses, where cozy taverns invite you to linger. Renowned author Peter W. Sattler presents over 220 largely unpublished photographs from his own and numerous private collections. These not only document the architectural changes in the townscape over the past century but also showcase the everyday life of the people of Erbach, balancing work and leisure, public life and family. This illustrated book takes the reader on an exciting journey through the ivory town, providing an opportunity for reflection and remembrance.