Kandel

Kandel is a small town in Germersheim district in the Rhineland-Palatinate region, situated near the French border. It sits at an elevation of around 123 meters and covers approximately 27 square kilometers of land.

Kandel grew from a farming community into an administrative center for the surrounding region. The town became an important connection point between local communities through the municipal association system.

The town's coat of arms displays a star and sword against a blue background, representing excellence, justice, and loyalty to the regional heritage.

The town is well served by public transportation with regular bus connections to larger cities such as Karlsruhe. Visitors should expect the flat to gently rolling landscape of the region, which makes exploring on foot or by bicycle quite pleasant.

The municipal administration operates through a collective municipality system, coordinating services and governance among multiple connected communities in the region.

Location: Kandel

Elevation above the sea: 123 m

Website: http://kandel.de

GPS coordinates: 49.08278,8.19639

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:55