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Rastatt, District capital in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Located in the Upper Rhine Plain near the Murg River, Rastatt extends across an urban forest of 1550 hectares at 123 meters elevation.

The Treaty of Rastatt in 1714 concluded the War of Spanish Succession, marking a significant diplomatic achievement between France and the Habsburg Empire.

The eight museums throughout Rastatt display collections related to military history, regional art, and the architectural evolution of this Baden-Württemberg town.

The Mercedes-Benz factory in Rastatt produces vehicles since 1992, providing employment opportunities and contributing to the regional industrial development.

The urban design of Rastatt retains elements from its period as a fortress town, with former military structures integrated into the modern city layout.

Location: Rastatt VVG

Location: Rastatt district

Elevation above the sea: 123 m

Shares border with: Alsace, Ötigheim, Muggensturm

Website: https://rastatt.de

GPS coordinates: 48.85742,8.20881

Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:57

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