Moosburg an der Isar

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Moosburg an der Isar, Medieval municipality in Freising District, Germany

The town of Moosburg an der Isar extends over 43 square kilometers along the Isar River, with streets following medieval patterns in the central district.

The establishment of a Benedictine abbey in the 8th century marked the beginning of Moosburg's development as a settlement between Regensburg and Italy.

The Kastulus Minster contains a wooden altar created by sculptor Hans Leinberger, representing the religious heritage of the Bavarian region.

The town connects to Munich and Regensburg through regional trains and the A92 autobahn, with Munich Airport reachable within 20 minutes by car.

During World War II, Stalag VII-A near Moosburg held 70,000 prisoners, making it one of the largest prisoner of war camps in Germany.

Location: Freising

Elevation above the sea: 421 m

Part of: Wahlkreis Freising

Shares border with: Wang, Langenbach, Haag an der Amper, Langenpreising, Berglern, Buch am Erlbach, Eching

Website: https://moosburg.de

GPS coordinates: 48.46670,11.93330

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:50

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