Marburg-Biedenkopf

Marburg-Biedenkopf is a rural district in Hesse and encompasses 22 municipalities spread across a wide area. The region connects small villages with the city of Marburg, which serves as the administrative seat.

The district was created in 1974 through the merger of administrative regions during a reform in Hesse. This reorganization formed the current structure from several previously separate areas.

The district maintains the University of Marburg, founded in 1527, which draws students and researchers from across Germany to study within its faculties.

The region is well-served by federal highways B3 and B62, which provide direct connections to surrounding areas. Visitors will find a network of smaller and larger towns that can be easily explored by car or public transport.

The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, is one of the oldest in the country and attracts students and researchers from around the world. This academic legacy has shaped the region into a hub for research and development, especially in pharmaceuticals.

Location: Giessen Government Region

Inception: 1974

Capital city: Marburg

Elevation above the sea: 284 m

Shares border with: Siegen-Wittgenstein, Waldeck-Frankenberg, Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, Vogelsbergkreis, Gießen, Lahn-Dill-Kreis

Address: Marburg-Biedenkopf, 35, Germany

Website: https://marburg-biedenkopf.de

GPS coordinates: 50.78617,8.77192

Latest update: December 12, 2025 02:38