By the 16th Century the traditional practices and pastures of the farmers were finally codified into laws.

[14] The historical population is given in the following chart:[15] The Church of St. Maria with Cemetery Chapel in Munster and the Church of Mariä Geburt in Reckingen-Gluringen are listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance.

The entire villages of Münster and Geschinen are both part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.

The villages of Biel, Ritzingen, Selkingen, Niederwald, Gluringen and Reckingen along with the entire hamlets of Ammere / Gadme / Wiler and Bodmen are designated as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.

[16] Niederwald was home to famous hotelier César Ritz, who is buried in the local cemetery.