Kallstadt

Kallstadt is a wine village in Rhineland-Palatinate situated at 290 meters elevation and covering approximately 6.58 square kilometers. The settlement sits within the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region and is surrounded by extensive vineyards.

The village was first documented in 824 and experienced multiple changes in rulership throughout the centuries. The County of Leiningen and French occupation during the Coalition Wars left marks on the settlement's past.

St. Salvator Church has shaped the village center since the 15th century and maintains historical ties to the University of Heidelberg. This church remains a focal point where locals and visitors gather.

The village sits along the German Wine Route and offers multiple dining and lodging options for visitors. This makes it a practical base for exploring the wine region and participating in local tastings.

The place is known as the birthplace of the Heinz family, founders of the H.J. Heinz Company, and Friedrich Trump, grandfather of Donald Trump. These two historical connections make it an unexpected hub of international significance.

Location: Birkenau

Elevation above the sea: 290 m

GPS coordinates: 49.55360,8.73152

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:10