Fulda

Fulda is an administrative district in northeastern Hesse that encompasses varied landscapes including forested hills and mountain sections. The region contains multiple towns and numerous smaller municipalities spread across valleys and upland areas.

The district was established in 1821 following the merger of the Duchy of Fulda with Hesse under a new administrative framework. Before this, the territory had been shaped by centuries of religious rule and feudal governance.

The communities throughout the area celebrate local traditions through festivals and markets held in village squares and town centers. Traditional half-timbered buildings remain central to how people experience their towns and define regional identity.

The district center is accessible by major highway and railway connections, serving as the main hub for administrative services and information. Transportation between communities can take longer than expected due to the hilly terrain and winding roads.

The Wasserkuppe, the highest peak in the region, served as the birthplace of German gliding in the early 1900s. Enthusiasts conducted the first practical experiments with motorless flight on its slopes, making it a landmark in aviation history.

Location: Kassel Government Region

Capital city: Fulda

Elevation above the sea: 297 m

Shares border with: Hersfeld-Rotenburg, Wartburgkreis, Schmalkalden-Meiningen, Rhön-Grabfeld, Bad Kissingen district, Main-Kinzig-Kreis, Vogelsbergkreis

Website: https://landkreis-fulda.de

GPS coordinates: 50.56014,9.68611

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:38