Gunzenhausen

The town sits along the Altmühl River, surrounded by lakes of the Franconian Lake District at an elevation of 416 meters above sea level.

Emperor Ludwig der Fromme granted the monastery 'Gunzinhusir' to Ellwangen in 823, marking the first written record of this settlement.

The Archaeological Museum preserves regional artifacts, while the preserved medieval towers and walls showcase the architectural heritage of this Bavarian town.

The Treuchtlingen-Würzburg railway connects Gunzenhausen to major urban centers, providing regular transportation services for residents and visitors.

The Bunkerhospital from the 1950s remains intact, offering visitors a glimpse into Cold War medical facilities and emergency preparations.

Location: Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen

Elevation above the sea: 416 m

Shares border with: Arberg, Muhr am See, Haundorf, Ornbau, Ansbach, Pfofeld, Theilenhofen, Dittenheim, Gnotzheim, Wassertrüdingen, Unterschwaningen, Unterer Wald

Website: https://gunzenhausen.de

GPS coordinates: 49.11472,10.75417

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56