Tüßling, Market municipality in Altötting, Germany.
Tüßling is a market municipality in the Altötting region that spreads across rolling Bavarian countryside with a mix of traditional farmhouses and modern residential areas. The town sits at about 410 meters elevation and is surrounded by green fields and small woodlands that shape its rural character.
The settlement gained market rights in the 15th century, marking its rise from a small farming village to a regional trading hub. These privileges attracted craftspeople and merchants who drove economic growth in the area.
The municipality maintains 33 distinct subdivisions called Gemeindeteile, each contributing to the local Bavarian traditions through seasonal markets and community gatherings.
The town has its main administrative center and marketplace in the middle, where visitors can find information and local services. The area is well signposted and accessible by car or public transportation.
The name comes from old Germanic words relating to turning and twisting, possibly inspired by the winding waterways nearby. This linguistic connection to the landscape reveals how closely early settlers were tied to their natural surroundings.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
