Germersheim

Located at the intersection of major waterways, Germersheim extends across both sides of the Rhine River at an elevation of 105 meters.

First documented in 1090, Germersheim received city rights in 1276 and underwent significant transformations during the construction of its fortress from 1831 to 1855.

The city maintains a collection of historical military structures, including preserved sections of the 19th-century fortress that now houses the local Music School.

The municipality, which serves as the administrative center for the Germersheim district, contains educational facilities, public services, and transportation connections to neighboring regions.

The district borders both German territories and the French département of Bas-Rhin, creating a cross-cultural administrative region with approximately 130,793 residents.

Location: Germersheim

Elevation above the sea: 105 m

Shares border with: Lingenfeld, Lustadt

Website: https://germersheim.eu

GPS coordinates: 49.21667,8.36667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:31