Karlstadt am Main, District capital in Main-Spessart, Germany
Description
Karlstadt is a district capital on the right bank of the Main River in Main-Spessart district, encompassing ten communities across roughly 100 square kilometers. The town sits at an elevation of about 160 meters and serves as an important administrative and supply hub for the region.
History
The settlement was founded in 1202 by Bishop Konrad of Querfurt from Würzburg and took its current form through fortification starting in 1304. This early establishment by the Prince-Bishopric of Würzburg shaped its development as an administrative and trading hub.
Culture
The skyline is marked by the Gothic parish church of St. Andreas, whose distinctive tower dominates the center. The compact old town with its half-timbered houses and town hall still shows the appearance of a medieval trading settlement.
Practical
Federal roads B26 and B27 connect the city to wider traffic networks, while the Hanover-Würzburg railway line serves public transportation. The old town is best explored on foot, as the historic lanes are narrow and car traffic is limited.
Did you know?
The city was long an important center for metalworking, with ironworks operating until the 20th century. Alongside this, specialized industries like cement production and wood veneer manufacturing developed, still shaping the local economy today.
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Rathaus
5.1 km
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St. Nikolaus
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Hauptstraße 7
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