Rosenheim, District capital in Upper Bavaria, Germany
Rosenheim lies at the mouth of the Mangfall into the Inn, surrounded by gentle hills and wide fields leading toward the Alps. The inner city spreads across both sides of the river and connects modern residential areas with older streets around the old market square.
Romans built a military station around 15 BC to protect trade routes at the meeting point of important paths. Later the settlement grew through salt trade and timber rafting into an economic junction for the region.
The name comes from the Latin Pons Aeni and points to the early importance of river crossings for trade and travel. Today this connection to the past shows itself in the wide squares and old houses with curved gables in the town center.
The train station sits close to the town center and offers direct connections to Munich and Salzburg, making arrival easier. Several pedestrian zones lead from the station to the inner city, where moving around on foot works well.
Administrative offices carry out regular checks in gardens to prevent the spread of the Asian longhorn beetle, an insect that threatens native trees. Homeowners receive advice when needed on recognizing and reporting affected plants.
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