When does Lydia Benecke's lecture take place?

The lecture takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM, starts at 8:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is Kulturboden at Marktscheune 1 in 96103 Hallstadt.

What is the lecture about?

Lydia Benecke explains psychological factors, motives, and crime patterns in serial murders and relates current scientific findings using case studies.

Who is the lecture suitable for?

The event is aimed at adults and teenagers aged 16 and over with an interest in criminal psychology, forensics, true crime, and scientific crime analysis.

Is there an entry time?

Yes. Entry begins at 7:00 PM, and the lecture starts at 8:00 PM.

Lydia Benecke in Hallstadt 2026

Name: Lydia Benecke - Criminal Psychology of Serial Murder
Start: 2026-10-24T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-24T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Kulturboden

When fascination turns into scientific knowledge

Serial murders evoke horror, curiosity, and many questions. On October 24, 2026, criminal psychologist and author Lydia Benecke will present her lecture Criminal Psychology of Serial Murder in Hallstadt near Bamberg. At Kulturboden, she combines scientific classification with illustrative case studies and takes the audience into the psychological backgrounds of extraordinary violent crimes.

What drives people to commit serial murders

What motives are behind repeated homicides? What psychological factors distinguish serial killers from other people? Lydia Benecke sheds light on these questions from the perspective of criminal psychology and explains current research findings in an understandable way. It is not about sensational myths, but about an objective examination of crime patterns, personality traits, and possible developmental trajectories.

Case studies instead of simple explanations

The lecture works with concrete cases to make scientific connections tangible. The audience's atmosphere varies between tense attention and contemplative calm: Benecke shows how complex the causes of serious crimes are and why an explanation is never an excuse.

Scientifically grounded and presented understandably

Lydia Benecke studied psychology, psychopathology, and forensics at Ruhr University Bochum. For many years, she has worked in the field of violent and sexual crimes as well as relapse prevention. Her lectures stand for clear targeting of audiences, careful event planning, and the understandable presentation of psychological topics.

Another focus of the evening is the development of serial murder research. Although societal and media interest in serial murders remains high, serial murders have been declining internationally for many years. The lecture presents scientific explanatory approaches and shows what factors can contribute to prevention.

Conclusion: An intense evening for true crime and psychology enthusiasts

At Kulturboden, visitors can expect a concentrated event experience with professional depth, exciting case studies, and a special event atmosphere. Those interested in criminal psychology, forensics, and the scientific analysis of serial murders can experience Lydia Benecke live in Hallstadt on October 24, 2026.