Schönau v.d.W. was first mentioned in 1143 as Sconowe-Schöne Aue in the foundation charter of the Asolveroth monastery. The name "Sconowe" for Schönau, like the Kummelberg, indicates a Slavic settlement. Places of interest: St. George's Church with baroque painting Rectory (birthplace and place of work of Christian Ludwig Brehm) * Leinakanal