Schotten

The medieval center of Schotten features numerous half-timbered buildings from the 14th to 18th centuries and a city church with an altar painting.

First documented in 778, Schotten was established by Irish-Scottish monks and later controlled by noble families Eppstein and Trimberg during medieval times.

The town maintains connections with Scotland through regular festivals, pipe bands performances, and traditional dancing events that celebrate its Scottish heritage.

Located at 330 meters elevation, Schotten provides winter sports facilities including 50 kilometers of cross-country skiing trails and Hesse's longest ski lift.

The Vulkaneum in Schotten presents an interactive exhibition about volcanism, reflecting the town's location in the Vogelsberg volcanic region.

Location: Vogelsbergkreis

Elevation above the sea: 330 m

Website: https://schotten.de

GPS coordinates: 50.50000,9.11667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50